Roodekrantz Wines
Somerkind Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc from Darling, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Roodekrantz Wines
We believe wines are made in the vineyard. Careful vineyard selection is therefore key to our results. Very close relationships with growers ensure sustainable vineyard practices and deliver consistent quality in the bottle. The role of the viticulturist is to guide our growers to produce the best possible quality fruit. In the ideal world the role of our winemaking team is to capture the essence of the fruit in the bottle. We do not believe in heavily wooded wines and use of “New Oak”. For us a barrel is largely a very practically designed vessel to facilitate the development of the intrinsic qualities of the grapes. So, it is all about the grape. We have access to some of the finest certified old vineyard blocks (older than 35 years) in the Industry. This segment of our business is becoming particularly interesting and we strive to keep these vineyards in the ground.
Description
True to its name, Somerkind opens with sun-drenched aromatics: paw-paw, sweet melon and peach, supported by subtle notes of burnt butter and gentle oak spice. The palate is rich and ripe on entry, offering a rounded, creamy mouthfeel.A well-integrated line of acidity binds the generous fruit to the understated oak nuances. Ripe yellow stone fruits lead the flavour profile, enhanced by the wine’s smooth, creamy texture. The finish is long and evocative, with impressions of quince, baked apple and a warm, summery character reminiscent of fruit beautifully exposed to the sun. A vibrant yet plush expression of old-vine Chenin Blanc.
Food Pairing
Grilled yellow tail or Cape bream with a light curry butter. Roast chicken with apricot glaze and aromatic spices. Pork chops with apple and quince relish. Mild Cape Malay seafood curry. Prawn curry or mild Thai coconut seafood dishes.
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