Award Winning
Kaapzicht The 1947 Chenin Blanc 2023
R740,00
From 72-year-old vines, the aromatics are super complex and spicy with lovely nuances of wet straw, dusty white citrus, honeyed yellow peaches, fynbos and sweet pineapple confit. There is such focused depth, full-bodied plump texture and complexity with fabulous nuances of tangerine peel, naartjie pulp, lychee concentrate and a honey bonbon intensity. A super impressive wine with power, breadth and weight but balancing harmonious acidity. The true personification of delicious old vine Chenin Blanc statesmanship. World-class from every angle.
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Specifications
In the cellar
Winemaking is minimalistic - No yeast, no enzymes, no sulphur, nothing except the best quality Chenin Blanc grapes. Handpicked, whole bunch pressed, settles overnight, natural fermentation in French oak barrels.
In the vineyard
Old bush vine planted by Danie Jnr's great grandfather in 1947. The vineyard has been registered as a single vineyard, making it the second oldest Chenin block in the country. Originally 6ha in size, only 1ha of the very low yielding vineyard remains.
Ageing
Made to be enjoyed now, however, it can be cellared for 7 to 10 years from date of vintage provided it is stored in the correct conditions.
Cultivar
100% Chenin Blanc
Food Pairing
The perfect accompaniment to a Thai curry.
Awards and Recognition
95 / 100 Tim Atkin 2023
About the Wine Estate
In 1946, a man created a home by planting a vineyard. That man is now the great-grandfather of the winemaker today. We craft wines with a sense of belonging, creating moments of purity and concentration. At once familiar and extraordinary. The 1947 Chenin Blanc vineyard is planted, making it the second oldest surviving Chenin Blanc vineyard in South Africa today. At Kaapzicht, our terroir creates wines that are rich and opulent. I believe that winemaking it about finding your path and then linking it to what your farm or terroir can give you. It’s a fine balance between understanding what people want, and also being ballsy enough not to chase every trend, but to be true to your origin and house style. Ultimately, I just want to make wine that everyone wants to drink because it’s great. If your wine is the first bottle that’s empty at a dinner table, you’re always doing well.
