Cape Heritage and The Loire

Timed Online Auction, 1 - 12 August 2024

Cape Heritage - White Wines
About the Session

The Cape Heritage White Wine Session features the noble variety, Chenin Blanc, known for its versatility and fruit intensity. South Africa has the oldest Chenin Blanc vines in the world and produces long-aging, diverse and fine wines.


Sold for

ZAR 1 407
Lot 36
  • De Trafford; Chenin Blanc; 2005; 2 (1 x 2); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 1 500 - 2 500
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 1 407
Location
Wine Storage

About this Item

2005 Chenin Blanc
2 (1 x 2) 750ml

Wedged between the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains, situated on the beautiful Mont Fleur farm, is the boutique De Trafford winery. The Trafford family purchased the land in 1976 and a small vineyard was in place by 1983.

Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

‘Shows matchstick, nectarine and apricot hints before giving way to leaner lime and mineral notes. Nice bracing edge to the finish. Drink now through 2007.’ – James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (Sep 2006)

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