Thistle And Weed
Springdoring Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc from Swartland, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Thistle And Weed
Thistle and Weed is a collaboration between the Terblanche and Wiid families established in 2015, led by Etienne Terblanche (Viticulturist) and Stephanie Wiid (Winemaker). Inspired by the encroaching weeds found amongst the vines grown in the Cape, Etienne and Steph draw parallels between thistles and weeds and the uncompromising tenacity and survival skills of grapevines. Together, they set out to discover the best of the Cape’s hidden gems, intent on crafting honest wines that are made with a deep connection to nature and offer the most simple expression of the terroir from which they come.
Description
"Springdoring comes from decomposed white granite soils on the Paardeberg, using grapes from a Chenin Blanc block that was established in 1982 on the Uitvlucht farm. Showing the weight and intensity of a comparatively warm site, it was picked in two stages for complexity, combining aromas of quince, stone fruit and fennel with a racy, stony finish. 2027-31" – Tim Atkin MW South Africa Report 2026, 93 points
Food Pairing
A perfect partner for roast fowl, fresh crustaceans & other denizens of the deep, firm fromage or enjoy as an aperitif.
