Nose:
Bright notes of mandarin and lime lead into white nectarine and delicate oak spice, with a saline edge that hints at minerality.
Palate:
Tight, focused, and mineral-driven. Vibrant acidity carries citrus and stone fruit flavors to a long, saline finish.
Ageing Potential:
With its concentration and acidity, this old-vine Chenin will age gracefully for 5-8 years, developing honeyed and nutty complexity.
Food Pairings:
Grilled prawns, crayfish with lemon butter, or Cape Malay seafood curry. Its freshness cuts through rich, creamy sauces.
Moment Pairing:
A contemplative wine for sunset seafood braais, celebratory lunches, or elegant seafood platters.
Vineyards & Harvest:
From a 43-year-old dry-farmed vineyard at 300m on decomposed granite soils. Hand-harvested and a small portion given 3 days' skin contact.
Vinification:
Whole-bunch pressed, spontaneous fermentation in barrels, with a portion in amphora. Aged 8 months on gross lees before blending.
What's in the box
6 x Zevenwacht Z-Collection Chenin Blanc 750ml
