Chenin & Pinotage
Timed Online Auction, 4 - 11 September 2023
Chenin & Pinotage
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Spioenkop was established in 1998 and is located on a hill in Elgin deemed similar to the one in KwaZulu Natal where the battle of Spioenkop was fought during the Anglo Boer, with the 1900 range named after the year the battle took place. The estate is co-owned by Belgian former Sommelier and ex engineer, Koen Roose, fulfilling the roles of Viticulturist, Winemaker and General Manager. Known to do things differently, Koen is championing unique viticultural practices and varietals in Elgin. Koen traditionally exports most of his wines to his native Belgium. Spioenkop's recent Chenin Blanc’s have been world class.
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‘Named after a Boer War guerrilla - Koen Roose-Vandenbroucke likes to be controversial - this is a first release of a pure Chenin from ferricrete soils. With very little oak influence, the fruit is given free rein: white flowers, pear tart, citrus and a tight, focused, pithy finish that’s rich in extract. 2018-24’ - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2017, 95/100
‘2016 chenin off ferricrete soils, very lightly oaked - thus fruitier (fresh apricot, peach, a little spice), & more pointed than Johanna Brandt version. Focused, tense & understated, with bright, shiny acidity & subtle intensity.’ - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2018, 4.5* (93/100)
’From ferricrete soil. Matured for nine months on the lees in tank before three months in old oak. Pear, white peach and yellow apple plus just a hint of leesy complexity. Delicate yet expressive with well-defined fruit, the acidity beautifully integrated. Restrained and graceful.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 92/100 (May 2017)
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