David & Nadia, Hoe-Steen Chenin Blanc other_regions_italy This vintage had 28 months

This vintage had 28 months in 80% American and 20% Balkan oak

glycerol-rich palate of similarly remarkable concentration and allure

The powerful finish is spicy and dusty with terrific intensity and ends on a note of velvet

Medium-bodied but intense and fine

A subtle whiff of exotic fruit can be found on the lightly wooded aromas of mineral reduction

David & Nadia, Hoe-Steen Chenin Blanc other_regions_italy This vintage had 28 monthsThe 2022 Hoe Steen Chenin Blanc comes from a vineyard of clay soils over limestone, with a south facing aspect that is among the last to ripen. The nose is open knit and expressive with layers of wet stone and spicy lemon skin. Medium bodied, the palate is balanced with good acidity before ending with a fresh, clean finish. It's delightful, but I still prefer the 2021 vintage.