1974 Chenin Blanc

The perfect companion to most meat dishes, but can also be enjoyed with spicy food and salads.

Planted in 1974 (43 years old when harvested). Dry land bush vine on deep decomposed Malmesbury shale.

Matured for 14 months in old barrels from different French coopers.

Grapes were hand harvested at 23,5 degrees Balling. Limited skin contact. Wild yeast fermented in older barrels with extended lees contact.

Roodekrantz Wines is a South African producer focused on careful vineyard selection, sustainable grower relationships and fruit-led winemaking. With access to certified old-vine blocks and a restrained approach to oak, the range highlights Chenin Blanc and other South African wines shaped by vineyard character rather than heavy cellar influence.