Anthonij Rupert Cape of Good Hope Riebeeksriver Chenin Blanc 2020

An attractive whiff of elderflower underpins a rich, bold sundried fruit melange of mango, pineapple, peach and apricot.

The palate more than delivers what the nose promises: rich, rounded, and multi-dimensional. That ripe tropical fruitiness is balanced by fresh acidity making for a poised mouthful overall. There is a gentle note of freshly-squeezed orange and an alluring creaminess to the palate. Ample vibrancy, life and poise ends with a long, memorable tail.

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variety : Chenin Blanc [ 100% Chenin Blanc ]

winery : Anthonij Rupert Wyne

winemaker : Mark van Buuren

wine of origin : Swartland

analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol rs : 3 g/l pH : 3.24 ta : 5.7 g/l

type : White style : Dry body : Medium taste : Fruity

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Cork

in the vineyard : The Riebeeksrivier farm is situated on the slopes of the Kasteelberg, overlooking the Swartland towards iconic Table Mountain. Its unique terroir, especially the Rhône-like shale soils, expresses itself strongly in the wine with unique varietal characteristics. Two bushvine vineyards, planted
in 1988 and 2013 on south-facing slopes at elevations of 350 – 400m above sea level, yield fruit of great intensity and richness balanced by bright acidity and length.

about the harvest: The grapes were picked at optimal ripeness and transported to the cellar in refrigerated trucks. Whole bunches were pressed and the juice
settled overnight. Fermentation by indigenous and selected yeast occurred in both stainless steel tanks (52%) and French oak (10% new). The wine spent 12 months on the lees before being blended and bottled.

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