Made from free-run juice, the 2019 Renaissance Chenin Blanc boasts a medium gold color with aromas of dusty pineapple, white peach skin, sweet citrus and pear drop. Light to medium-bodied, this nimble wine jumps to life with an energetic acidity that zips across the mid-palate with flavors of peach ring and dried mango. The mineral-laced and acid-driven finish is crisp, long and lingering. RP
Often shunned and disrespected by winemakers and consumers alike, there is, in certain worthy quarters, an ascending realisation of the tremendous potential of this grape, Chenin Blanc - South Africa’s most noble grape. As devotees of true character and finesse often swim upstream against the populous tide, a fresh generation of Chenin producers is bringing to the surface some of the most interesting, bright, mineral and idiosyncratic wines of the Cape. The Renaissance of Chenin Blanc is all about subtlety and finesse. It is driven by its citrus fruit spectrum and has a wonderful refreshing saltiness.