Chenin & Pinotage
Timed Online Auction, 4 - 11 September 2023
Chenin & Pinotage
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About this Item
DeMorgenzon first burst onto the scene in 2005 with this, their debut Chenin Blanc earning a Platter’s 5*, from low-yielding vines planted in 1972. Owned by the Wendy and Hylton Applebaum, the picturesque farm with 360° aspect and high views over False bay and Table mountain is perched on top of Stellenbosch kloof.
DeMorgenzon’s Chenin Blanc comes from low-yielding vines planted in 1972, which were originally planted as bush vines but recently lifted onto trellises. The vines are planted in decomposed granite soils, at altitudes of 250 to 300 meters above sea level. Close proximity to False Bay ensures cooling breezes in the warm summer months.
Accolades:
- Silver medal International Wine Challenge 2013
- Silver Decanter 2012
Provenance
Restaurant Mosaic
Critics Ratings
‘It has a lovely, pure, delineated bouquet with dried honey, dried apricot and a touch of lemongrass. The palate is medium-bodied with harmonious, vibrant citrus fruit married with apricot, quince and a touch of marmalade. There is tremendous weight and precision here with a long finish that is top-drawer. This is a benchmark Chenin Blanc. Drink now-2020.' - Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, 93/100 (Oct 2013)
'Benefit of 40+ year bushvines evident in 2012’s delicacy & concentration. Less oxidative, more (botrytis-free) ripe fruit than 2011, also a touch drier, highlighting the mineral tension. Plenty of savoury richness too. Can be cellared with confidence.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2012, 5*
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