Orpheus & The Raven

Old Bushvine Chenin Blanc

Name: Old Bushvine Chenin Blanc
Brand: Orpheus & The Raven
Price: 330 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Chenin Blanc from Durbanville, South Africa

R330

Bottle size:

750 ml

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Vinoneers

Produced from 45 year old bush vines in Durbanville. Melon, citrus fruit, honey with a hint of cedar spice ( from terroir as well as barrel maturation ) is present on the nose. The mouthfeel is luscious and rich due to spontaneous malolactic fermentation and the mellowing effect of oak. A lingering aftertaste with vibrant acidity is the showcase of the natural concentration of old bush vine fruit.

Melon

Citrus

Cedar

Honey

The only exception was the original Vinoneers 500 litre French oak barrel (affectionately christened “Makulu Makulu” by Etienne’s cellar staff) which fermented under the winemaker’s watchful eye outside his office! The wine underwent spontaneous malolactic fermentation in barrel, after which it was left on the lees without sulphur addition for 6 months. The wine was matured for a total of 12 months in French oak 1 x 500 litre ( 2015 barrel ), 2 x 300 litre ( 2013 and 2018 barrels ) and 9 x 225 litre ( 2012 – 2015 barrels ).

Orpheus & The Raven

“The answer to the ultimate question of Life, the Universe and Everything is 42” – Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. In their search for answers to the great questions of life, Orpheus and the Raven’s eyes were opened by the light of the present. But the curious pair knew that beyond the light, the universe had more to offer. “True knowledge exists in knowing that you know nothing, Orpheus,” said the Raven. “Then the answer to the ultimate question is obviously 42!” replied Orpheus in delight.