Stellenbosch , South africa2021
Ken Forrester Old Vine Chenin Blanc Reserve
Stellenbosch , South africa, 2021
World Famous Winemaker / Classic Chenin Freshness
chenin blanc
13.5%
fatty / oily
Description
Ken Forrester is widely regarded as one of the finest winemakers in South Africa and this wine is made from grapes grown on old, abandoned Chenin Blanc vines from cooler sites in the Stellenbosch region. It is partially barrel fermented to give a rich and complex mouthfeel. Flavours of honey and toast dance across the palate, married to the natural acidity and citrus fruit flavours of the Chenin Blanc grape.Ideal to pair with turkey, chicken and richer seafood dishes.Tasting Note
Flavours of honey and toast dance across the palate, married to the natural acidity and citrus fruit flavours of the Chenin Blanc grape.Product Reviews
In The Press
Decanter World Wine Awards
We've had Chenin Blanc-based wines from the Loire in our Best In Show selection, but never yet a Chenin from the country with more of this variety planted than any rival nation: South Africa. That changed this year with this stylish Chenin from Stellenbosch. Gone was the sometimes over-fleshy, over-crafted style associated with ambitious Cape Chenins in the past. This pale gold, pure, fine-fruited wine hints at honey, spring flowers, pear and quince in its focussed, almost lacy aromas, while the palate is graceful and shapely, too, deftly balanced, and with a stony residuum that suggests deep-rooted old vines. An outstanding Chenin, in sum, perfectly pitched both as a varietal and as a Stellenbosch classic. 97 Points.
Delivery & Returns
No minimum order and if you spend €100 or more we'll deliver your order for free anywhere in Ireland.
Orders are normally delivered within 1-3 working days, (Monday-Friday excluding bank holidays) of you placing the order.
Change your mind? No problem. You can cancel your order at any stage or return some or all of it through any of our stores or we can arrange a collection. Simply contact us by email online@obrienswine.ie and we'll look after the rest.
Regular price
€15.95
Sale price
€15.95
Regular price
€17.95
chenin blanc
13.5%
fatty / oily
Description
Ken Forrester is widely regarded as one of the finest winemakers in South Africa and this wine is made from grapes grown on old, abandoned Chenin Blanc vines from cooler sites in the Stellenbosch region. It is partially barrel fermented to give a rich and complex mouthfeel. Flavours of honey and toast dance across the palate, married to the natural acidity and citrus fruit flavours of the Chenin Blanc grape.Ideal to pair with turkey, chicken and richer seafood dishes.Tasting Note
Flavours of honey and toast dance across the palate, married to the natural acidity and citrus fruit flavours of the Chenin Blanc grape.Product Reviews
In The Press
Decanter World Wine Awards
We've had Chenin Blanc-based wines from the Loire in our Best In Show selection, but never yet a Chenin from the country with more of this variety planted than any rival nation: South Africa. That changed this year with this stylish Chenin from Stellenbosch. Gone was the sometimes over-fleshy, over-crafted style associated with ambitious Cape Chenins in the past. This pale gold, pure, fine-fruited wine hints at honey, spring flowers, pear and quince in its focussed, almost lacy aromas, while the palate is graceful and shapely, too, deftly balanced, and with a stony residuum that suggests deep-rooted old vines. An outstanding Chenin, in sum, perfectly pitched both as a varietal and as a Stellenbosch classic. 97 Points.
Delivery & Returns
No minimum order and if you spend €100 or more we'll deliver your order for free anywhere in Ireland.
Orders are normally delivered within 1-3 working days, (Monday-Friday excluding bank holidays) of you placing the order.
Change your mind? No problem. You can cancel your order at any stage or return some or all of it through any of our stores or we can arrange a collection. Simply contact us by email online@obrienswine.ie and we'll look after the rest.
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Ken Forrester Vineyards
Ken Forrester Vineyards was established in Stellenbosch , South Africa by Ken Forrester and his wife in 1993. The farm currently has 36 hectares planted with grapes.
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