2023 | Raats Old Vine Chenin Blanc | Stellenbosch Bodega the finest tannins

the finest tannins

baked earth

with a saltiness on the finish

This 100% hand harvested Moscatel Blanco is from a single vineyard in Barreal inside the Calingasta Valley

Hints of dried herbs add a wonderful counterpoint to the fruit and floral aromatics

2023 | Raats Old Vine Chenin Blanc | Stellenbosch Bodega the finest tanninsThe wine offers a complex nose showing quince, white peach and yellow apple, with fenugreek spices give more dimension alongside the mineral intensity of the wine. The stone fruit character follows through onto an exceptionally balanced, very delicate and fine textured palate showing a peach melba character with an exquisite length and freshness. The wine lingers with hints of ripe nectarine and apricot, zesty lemon and wet chalk.