Blanc intense

The KWV Mentors range honours the diversity of terroir and climate that influences the differing South African wine styles. The grapes used to craft these wines are mentored through specific site selection, treatment in the vineyards, and special cellar care. The result? Wines without equal that reflect the best South Africa has to offer. A true reflection of a great Chenin Blanc Intense flavours of honey blossom, peach and nougat supported by notes of lemon zest and citrus It is truly a polished creation The structured and focussed palate is complemented by pure fruit and raw almonds with a refined and lingering finish

Since the days of Simon van der Stel, the land at L'Avenir has been planted with vines. In 1992, Mauritian born Marc Wiehe bought the farm and founded L'Avenir and by 1997, the farm was ranked best at that year's Chenin Blanc Challenge. Paying tribute to the terroir of Stellenbosch, L'Avenir focuses primarily on producing the heritage Chenin Blanc and the innovative, local varietal, Pinotage. Vintage: a vintage where the Chenin Blanc vines prospered under ripening conditions that allowed a healthy delivery of grapes to the cellar. Grapes were harvested a month earlier than normal, thus this abnormal occurrence led to very healthy grapes and the earliers harvest in 50 years for the industry. Grape varieties: 100% Chenin Blanc Tasting: a full palate abundant with rich flavours of ripe pineapple, juicy pear and melon combined with delicate honey and toasted almond from partial fermentation in oak casks. The gentle acidity ensures this wine remains refreshing and crisp and an ideal accompaniment to seafood or poultry on a sun-filled summer’s day. Appearance: a crisp pale straw yellow with a beautiful clarity Nose: precise and intense fruit aromas of ripe pineapple and melon, accented by subtle honey and toasted almonds from 40% wood contact and batonage, lees stirring. Palate: full and rich with a complex roundness and refreshing acidity that creates a memorable and elegant finish, with a slight minerality to the end

Since the days of Simon van der Stel, the land at L'Avenir has been planted with vines. In 1992, Mauritian born Marc Wiehe bought the farm and founded L'Avenir and by 1997, the farm was ranked best at that year's Chenin Blanc Challenge. Paying tribute to the terroir of Stellenbosch, L'Avenir focuses primarily on producing the heritage Chenin Blanc and the innovative, local varietal, Pinotage. Vineyard region: three different blocks of select clones have been positioned on the highest slopes of the farm. This elevated placement allows the vines to benefit from the cool sea-breezes that drift from the False Bay coast towards Stellenbosch. In addition, the ridge of decomposed granite and shale - from which the soil is derived – provides an ideal environment for Sauvignon Blanc to develop its unique character Vintage: an early & hot ripening period lead to fast sugar accumulation & harvest taking place approximately 3 weeks earlier than in the past. Still, the grapes showed beautiful natural acidity & lush aromas Grape varieties: 100% Sauvignon Blanc (L’Avenir Grapes) Tasting: full of fresh tropical flavours of pineapple and white pear, with notes of ripe summer melon and a subtle grassy note. A very natural, refreshing acidity Appearance: a clear, crisp very pale gold Nose: intense tropical aromas of guava and pineapple with just a hint of lemongrass Palate: a refreshing acidity and elegant tropical fruit chased by refreshing acidity that lingers on the palate

This 100% Sauvignon Blanc is made from grapes which originated from Tokara's Highlands farm in Elgin. The wine displays a beautiful pale straw colour with vibrant green on the rim The nose is pungent with intense aromas of nettles, cut grass and hint of granny smith apples The fruit intensity displays notes of passion fruit, green figs and even hints of cassis On the palate the wine enters with intense flavours reminiscent of the aromas on the nose The mid-palate is rich yet the wine finishes with intense freshness

Equal parts complex and oh-so compatible, the nose reveals aromas of blackcurrant, passion fruit and liquorice. The palate is fresh and intense – with hints of passion fruit and lime, rounded off by a wonderful texture and a notable mineral finish. A rich and complex sauvignon blanc Notes of passion fruit, blackcurrant and liquorice  An elegant and easy drinking wine 

This Sauvignon Blanc originates from three different wine growing regions, namely Stellenbosch, Elgin and Walker Bay. It is amazingly rich with a creamy mid-palate and a beautifully dry finish. The wine displays a vibrant deep straw hue with flecks of green The nose is intense and vibrant, with aromas of quince and lemongrass with hints of fresh cut grass and box tree The palate bursts with flavours of quince, apples, dried figs and lemongrass There are underlying herbal notes of coriander and thyme

This is a dry but fruity Chenin Blanc with intense aromas of dried apple, fresh citrus and a touch of oak spice. The palate is rich and creamy with a firm but balanced acidity, complemented with a lingering aftertaste that seems to last forever.

The distinct ravine in the Stellenbosch Kloof ward allows the opportunity to harness the cooling influences from the False Bay on our south and east facing slopes. This captures the intense flavour compounds found in the grape skins. Our unoaked offering exudes aromatics of blackcurrant leaf & ripe Cape fig balanced by a complex fruit structure and sweet Provençale herbs on the finish

Iona is the coolest vineyard in the Cape, 420m above sea-level, high above the picturesque Elgin Valley. Iona is surrounded by the Kogelberg Nature Reserve and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean in the South. Fragrance of pure white grapefruit, intense tropical fruit, ripe gooseberry and fleshy kiwi fruit over-lay Iona's distinctive herbal and floral undertones The palate is keenly balanced showing cut green apples and lime marmalade followed by great minerality and length

Iona is the coolest vineyard in the Cape, 420m above sea-level, high above the picturesque Elgin Valley. Iona is surrounded by the Kogelberg Nature Reserve and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean in the South. Fragrance of pure white grapefruit, intense tropical fruit, ripe gooseberry and fleshy kiwi fruit over-lay Iona's distinctive herbal and floral undertones The palate is keenly balanced showing cut green apples and lime marmalade followed by great minerality and length Specifications Allergens: Sulphur 750ml 13.3% alc vol Origin: Elgin

Ten minutes outside the Western Cape town of Wellington, lies the historic and beautiful Bovlei valley. What was once a semi-derelict fruit farm with huge potential, Val du Charron was bought by the Entwistles, only the 6th family to own the farm since its inception, and brought back to life. Brilliant straw hue, intense apple nose, with oak, buttery, grapefruit, peach, pear, lychee, vanilla, lees, and nut aromas also present Prominent oak but underlying lemon, honey and buttery flavours Zesty, with a velvety body, with a lingering and crisp finish Round and creamy mouthfeel Blend of 33% Chenin Blanc, 24% Nouvelle, 20% Pinot Gris, 20% Sauvignon Blanc 3% Viognier