Cape of Good Hope Riebeeksrivier Chenin Blanc

2023

Region: Swartland
Wine of Origin: Swartland
Winemaker: Mark van Buuren

Producer Information

Anthonij Rupert Wyne was founded on the farm, L’Ormarins in Franschhoek. Originally owned by the late Anthonij Rupert, the farm was taken over by his brother Johann Rupert in 2003 and the company renamed after him.

Johann Rupert constructed a state-of-the-art winemaking facility, catapulting the farm into a prestigious wine estate and sprawling enterprise.

Wines are produced under 5 brands: Protea wines, Terra del Capo Italian varietal wines, Cape of Good Hope site specific wines and the Anthonij Rupert flagship range.

Wine Information

Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 3.0 g/l
PH: 3.24
TA: 5.70


Color: White
Varietals: Chenin Blanc (100%)
Style: Dry
Type: Still
Category: White wooded
Unit of Measure: 750 ml
Production: 20000 bottles
Price Code: D

Quince, poached peach and a whiff of vanilla on the nose. The palate is fresh, offering up the peach and quince fruitiness but with a lovely lime tang and vibrance. All of that is offset against a gentle background of creamy oak – which is subtly but beautifully integrated with charming vanilla and butterscotch notes. Textured and long, nothing Is overplayed with impressive harmony, palate weight and genuine refinement. Rewarding aftertaste.

Awards

James Suckling (Gold)
Platter's South Africa Wine Guide (Gold)

Production

Suitable for Vegetarians No
Suitable for Vegans No
Vineyard / Terroir / Climate The Riebeeksrivier farm is situated on the slopes of the Kasteelberg, overlooking the Swartland towards the iconic Table Mountain. Its unique terroir, especially the Rhône-like shale soils, expresses itself characterfully in the wine with unique varietal characteristics. Two bushvine vineyards, planted in 1988 and 2013 on south facing slopes at elevations of 350 – 400m above sea level, yield fruit of great intensity and flavour balanced by bright acidity and length.
From Old Vines Yes

Certifications

Product is Certifified Organic No
Product is Certifified Biodynamic No
Local Certifications
Is Fairtrade Certified No
Fairtrade Accreditation