Reserve chenin blanc

Flotsam & Jetsam is a side project of wonderkids Chris and Suzaan Alheit of Alheit Vineyards, the idea being to show that 'workhorse grapes' can make delicious wine. This chenin blanc has notes of pear, white and yellow peach, a little straw and a real complexity. There is a lovely concentration, fresh acidity and a savoury finish. A complex chenin blanc An exotic nose of ripe apples, stone fruit and honey The palate is full of flavour, delivering on the promises of the nose Vibrant and lively with great complexity underpinned by bright, fresh acidity

This versatile, fruity and aromatic wine has all the character of a new world style Chenin Blanc.  Chenin Blanc Fresh flavours of citrus blossom, ripe pear, guava

This Chenin Blanc features inviting aromas of pineapple, guava and white peach with underlying floral and green fig notes. It has a full, rich palate of tropical fruit, citrus and spice leading into a long, fresh honeyed finish. Chenin Blanc Fruity, floral aromas Tropical flavours with citrus and spice

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

The Raats Original Chenin Blanc is a classic example of a Chenin Blanc made from older vines, grown in very specific soil types. Now in its 14th year of production, the consistency in quality is unquestionable. The wine has a distinctive yellow apple and pineapple core, alongside notes of green melon and limes The wine is bursting with fresh fruit flavours The wine ends with zesty citrus flavours, and has a long mineral finish An easy-to-pair wine since it has a wide flavour profile, but it is especially recommend with curry or similar spicy dishes as well as sushi and oysters

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.

Chenin Blanc is widely planted in South Africa and therefore one of the most important varieties. Its popularity is due to its versatility. At Villiera it is used in blends and on its own. Chenin Blanc has great structure and it performs well at full ripeness. When picked ripe the longevity is enhanced by fermenting in oak barrels. The wine displays tropical fruit with a hint of pineapple, citrus, vanilla and honey The oak plays a supporting role with subtle spice The wine is full bodied with creamy balance and good maturation potential

This Chenin Blanc was made with the absolute minimum intervention to allow the old vines to express the true flavours of the site and variety with as gentle a human touch as possible. The wine has an unmistakable minerality and the salty, umami flavour on the palate that can only be found when vines have struggled for decades to make their mark in the soil. Interesting salty and savoury flavours on the palate

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

Barton Vineyards are set on the gentle slopes of the Kogelberg overlooking the Botriver Valley to Walker Bay with olive groves, essential oil plantations and villas. Their frost-free climate and exposure to the cool sea breezes ensures that exceptional award-winning wines are produced. Silky smooth and medium-bodied with green apple and white pear on the nose Balanced and well-structured with tropical fruit and hints of apricot, pineapple and honey on the palate which linger on the after taste

The Beyerskloof Chenin Blanc/ Pinotage is widely recognized as the “white Pinotage”. Exciting and fruity, this wine showcases the versatility of Pinotage. When blended with Chenin Blanc the result is a unique tasting, easy sipping off white wine. Elegant, crisp off white wine Refreshingly dry and perfectly balanced Good primary fruit giving way to hints of mineral, earthy and mixed tropical fruits A long lingering finish with resonating fruit, acidity and mineral aftertaste Complex tropical primary fruit aromas giving way to notes of passion fruit, pineapple, pear and a hint bell peppers 70% Chenin Blanc; 30% Pinotage

Named after Louis Albert Péringuey, the 19th Century Inspector-General of Vineyards in the Cape, who led the fight against phylloxera and supervised the importation of American rootstocks onto which the various vineyard varieties were grafted. French oak adds style and class to this magical grape A contemporary and deliciously mouth-filling experience of white pear, quince and green pineapple interlaced with a spicy complexity Pairs well with mild Thai curries or grilled chicken

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

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

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. Floral notes with a complex medley of tropical fruits, mingled with subtle lime and gooseberry undertones The palate is balanced and rich, showing cut green apples with great minerality and texture