Raats Family Estate - 'Old Vine' Chenin Blanc 2019
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Raats Family Estate - 'Old Vine' Chenin Blanc 2019
"Honeyed pear, ginger and citrus flavours complemented by a firm minerality and spicy edge. Sourced from old vines from three vineyards; characterized by their complex soils. Rich, intense, yet elegant and delicate on the palate."
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Raats Family Estate
Raats are a top estate found in the Stellenbosch region who are specialists in the crafting of exceptional wines from Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. It is their mission to consistently produce Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc of outstanding quality from South Africa and to establish these wines as international benchmarks. It is headed by Bruwer Raats who is said to be "the most exciting and forward-thinking winemaker in Stellenbosch" - Neal Martin, Wine Spectator.
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Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc is a versatile white grape varietal that is producing a wide range of white wines all around the world. Historically, and where it is planted most, is in the Loire Valley of northern France. Here it is famous in Anjou-Saumur particularly in Vouvray, where it is usually found as a sparkling or dry white wine.
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Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is the leading quality region in South Africa. It is home to many of the most famous estates and many of the top wines. Generally speaking it is a red wine hub with Pinotage, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon at the helm, though recently more white wines are taking over.
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