Orpheus & The Raven
Old Bushvine Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc from Durbanville, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
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.
Description
Old vines never disappoint, and this Chenin Blanc is an ambassador for the incredible intensity and staying power it brings. First, a luminous thread in colour with flashes of green adds a youthful brightness. Then, the wine pulls you right into its core with aromas of yellow plum, quince, pineapple, preserved lemon and the sweet-floral aroma of canned pear. Adding to the wine's fruit-forward personality is an earthy quality, and warm spice adds finesse, juxtaposed with a fresh edge of lemongrass and the waxy tone of finger lime and wet slate. On tasting the wine, the fruit lunges forward, reined in with a saline hint of salt flakes seasoning the wine. Elegant and sophisticated yet bold and confident. The limy acidity is a superb structural component, lifting the fruit and adding extra length to the finish. Chenin lovers can savour the delicate balance between upfront aromas and the savoury twist on the palate. At the same time, the intensity and concentration of the wine leave the promise of great longevity.
Food Pairing
Pair with rich fish or cream-based chicken entrées.
