Donkermaan Chenin Blanc

Shellfish, Spicy food, Lean fish, Mild and soft cheese

Planted 1976, Stellenbosch, Dry Land, Bush vineyard with sandy decomposed granite soils. Cool maritime influences with cool ocean breezes in the afternoon.

Barrel maturation for 11 months.

Grapes were handpicked early morning, very low yields Grapes were picked at 22 Degrees Balling. Crushed and pressed with settling of juice overnight. Barrel fermented in older oak with extended time on the fine lees.

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.