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A powerful, rich white wine just beginning to evolve into its prime. On the no... A powerful, rich white wine just beginning to evolve into its prime. On the nose, the gun-smoke reduction is married to the toasty second fill French Oak granting a ton of depth under the bright citrus fruit. On the palate the wine is both expansive... more

Thierry’s Insolite, meaning “unusual,� comes from a tiny plot of gnarled... Thierry’s Insolite, meaning “unusual,� comes from a tiny plot of gnarled 90-year-old Chenin Blanc vines embedded in clayey, silex-rich soils over chalky limestone bedrock. The combination of ancient vines and special terroir result in an ultra... more

Crisp, bright, and vivacious, Sparkling Cb+V is an aromatic wine boasting a bo... Crisp, bright, and vivacious, Sparkling Cb+V is an aromatic wine boasting a bouquet of orange peel, pear, mango, lemon chiffon, yellow peach, white pepper complemented by candied pineapple, ginger, and apricot. The entry is bright and fresh, exhibiting... more

The Vouvray Chenin Blanc is a beautiful crystalline pale yellow. A fine nose r... The Vouvray Chenin Blanc is a beautiful crystalline pale yellow. A fine nose reminiscent of well-ripe yellow fruits (peach and pear), to which are added notes of exotic fruits such as pineapple and shades of citrus. The attack is full and rich, with a... more

Badenhorst feels that Chenin Blanc is best suited to be the heart of the wine ... Badenhorst feels that Chenin Blanc is best suited to be the heart of the wine and that is why it forms the biggest portion of the co-fermentation for this wine. The aromas are very complex and change considerably in the glass. Perfume, spice, tea,... more

As usual, the wine is bright and bristling, but still restrained. It usually t... As usual, the wine is bright and bristling, but still restrained. It usually takes a few years to show its full potential Now, its youthful nose shows thatch, fynbos, and some citrus. The tightly layered pallet is slightly saline and quite pithy. There... more

This Chenin Blanc shows a focused and laser-pure style, with flavors of nectar... This Chenin Blanc shows a focused and laser-pure style, with flavors of nectarine, Meyer lemon, fresh pear, and citrus oil. There is a raciness to this wine that, combined with its fine acidity and lacy texture, gives lift and retains the balance. more

A hands-off biodynamic approach reflects the alluring taste of time and patien... A hands-off biodynamic approach reflects the alluring taste of time and patience, a gentle velvet beauty that moves with waves of citrus, nuts and flowers across the palate. Rich, soft and ripe. The longer it is opened, the fresher it becomes in the... more

Bright, golden straw color. The three grapes produce an aromatic harmony of ci... Bright, golden straw color. The three grapes produce an aromatic harmony of citrus, orchard fruit, and tropical fruit. Medium-bodied, with an elegantly structured acidity. Blend: Melon de Bourgogne, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc Commentary: The... more

The color is light yellow with brilliant reflections. The nose is citrus fruit... The color is light yellow with brilliant reflections. The nose is citrus fruits and white flowers. The palate is fresh fruits and has good tension. Very intense, sliced-pear nose that needs some time to reveal the lemon-zest and floral notes. This is a... more

The Vouvray Chenin Blanc is a beautiful crystalline pale yellow. A fine nose r... The Vouvray Chenin Blanc is a beautiful crystalline pale yellow. A fine nose reminiscent of well-ripe yellow fruits (peach and pear), to which are added notes of exotic fruits such as pineapple and shades of citrus. The attack is full and rich, with a... more

Secateurs Chenin Blanc is textured and flinty with notes of orange blossom. An... Secateurs Chenin Blanc is textured and flinty with notes of orange blossom. An inviting nose of peaches, sliced pears and dried orange peel. Medium-bodied with delightful texture. Bright and rounded with an expressive core of stone fruit. The 2022... more

Catena Appellation Luján de Cuyo White Clay is deeply aromatic with expressiv... Catena Appellation Luján de Cuyo White Clay is deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach, minerality, and a rich finish. This blend of Semillon and Chenin Blanc pairs well with vegetables, pasta, and grilled white meats. Blend: 60% Sémillon,... more

The 2021 Palladius offers early-picked stone fruit and subtle citrus aromas, a... The 2021 Palladius offers early-picked stone fruit and subtle citrus aromas, accompanied by a mineral and salty palate that hints at future depth. Earthy and lanolin layers add complexity to the aroma profile. The wine's palate is substantial, with... more

#92 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2023This seamlessly textured Chenin Blanc has ex... #92 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2023This seamlessly textured Chenin Blanc has explosive aromas of pear, white flowers, citrus peel, and quince. Bright and energetic, the palate bursts with a core of white nectarine, oyster shells, and intense minerality.... more

Gorgeous light pale yellow in color. Beautiful floral perfume aromas with some... Gorgeous light pale yellow in color. Beautiful floral perfume aromas with some lychee, citrus, and fresh peach fill the glass. The mouth-feel is focused with lovely crushed stone characters and nice clean fresh fruit like gooseberries, lemons, and ripe... more

The aromas of the 2018 Family White Blend are very complex and change consider... The aromas of the 2018 Family White Blend are very complex and change considerably in the glass. Perfume, spice, tea, stone fruit and citrus blossoms are some of the notes that can be detected. In the mouth the texture and ripeness and gentle tannins... more