Our Wines (archived) - Chenin Blanc

Darling Cellars Limited Release Lime Kilns 2013

Darling Cellars Limited Release Lime Kilns 2015

This wine shows a lot of tropical notes like peaches apricot and citrus fruit like orange peel. This is a serious complexed wine that has a great mid palate with good length. read more »
Alc: 13.40 RS: 3.69 pH: 3.53 TA: 5.31 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Limited Release Lime Kilns 2016

A ripe style wine with tropical notes of ripe peaches,pineapple, apricot and citrus fruit like orange peel. This is a serious complexed wine that has a great mid palate with good length. read more »
Alc: 13.24 RS: 2.3 pH: 3.25 TA: 6.9 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Limited Release Noble Late Harvest 2010

This Noble Late Harvest was made in a Sautern style, with lower sugar and light wood influences. The wine shows typical Botrytis flavours of dried fruit and good concentration on the palate. The sugar, acid and alcohol is well balanced and the wood maturation adds to the complexity and structure of this sweet wine.
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Alc: 11.77 RS: 199.0 pH: 3.74 TA: 9.78 VA: 1.18 TSO2: FSO2: 50

Darling Cellars Reserve "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2014

A fruity, crisp white with pungent citrus on the nose as well as guava flavours. A well balanced Chenin with guava flavours following through on the taste and a well-rounded finish that will compliment seafood, light dishes and salads. read more »
Alc: 13.32 RS: 2.85 pH: 3.55 TA: 5.98 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Reserve "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2013

A fruity, crisp white with pungent citrus on the nose as well as pear flavours. A well balanced Chenin with pear flavours following through on the taste and a well-rounded finish read more »
Alc: 13.82 RS: 2.81 pH: 3.51 TA: 5.88 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Reserve Arum Fields Chenin Blanc 2016

A fruity, crisp white with pears and peaches on the nose as well as mouthwatering guava flavours. A well balanced and structured Chenin with guava flavours following through on the taste and a well-rounded finish.

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Alc: 12.98 RS: 2.0 pH: 3.5 TA: 5.5 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Reserve "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2015

Darling Cellars Classic Chenin Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2014

Citrus and pineapple flavours on the nose, as well as fresh grassy notes from the Sauvignon Blanc, that flow onto the pallet. The wine is round and smooth and a good example of a fruity blend with easy drinkability to enjoy next to the pool, with a light brunch or as a sundowner. read more »
Alc: 13.63 RS: 2.78 pH: 3.6 TA: 6.05 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Classic Chenin Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2013

Citrus and pineapple flavours on the nose, as well as grassy notes from the Sauvignon Blanc, that flow onto the pallet. read more »
Alc: 13.63 RS: 2.78 pH: 3.6 TA: 6.05 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Classic Chenin Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2016

Explosion of tropical and citrus notes on your nose that follow through on your mid palate. Well structured mid palate with a fresh citrus lingering aftertaste covered by pineapple and lemony undertones.

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Alc: 12.25 RS: 1.73 pH: 3.39 TA: 5.20 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Classic Chenin Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2015

Flamingo Bay Chenin Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc 2005

Fresh tropical fruit from the Chenin Blanc, complimented by cut grass from the Sauvignon Blanc, are the prominent flavours on the nose of this wine. A crisp, zesty and fruity palate leaves the taste buds longing for more. Enjoy next to the pool, with a light brunch, or as a nice sun downer. read more »
Alc: 12.5 RS: 1.8 pH: 3.65 TA: 6.2 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Flamingo Bay Lagoon Rosé 2002

This beautifully aromatic off-dry wine bursts with red berry flavours on the nose whilst following through with sweet red currant fruit on the palate. read more »
Alc: 13.70 RS: 10.7 pH: 3.69 TA: 5.71 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2007

A white to be decanted??? Well, yes! A very restraint and shy wine this early in the year. With decanting, guava, complimented with passion fruit, peach blossoms and citrus, dominate the nose. This lightly wood fermented Bush Vine Chenin Blanc was kept on fine lees for almost 3 months.

A well rounded Chenin with a crisp fresh finish that will grow more complex with bottle maturation. read more »
Alc: 12.7 RS: 1.7 pH: 3.35 TA: 5.5 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2006

This lightly wooded fermented Bush Vine Chenin Blanc was kept on lees for almost 4 months. Slight Granny Smith apple notes, complimented with passion fruit, peach blossoms and citrus, dominate the nose. A well rounded, creamy Chenin with a crisp fresh finish. read more »
Alc: 13.12 RS: 2.7 pH: 3.48 TA: 6.25 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Lime Kilns 2009

This wine shows green and light yellow colour. A rich combination of peaches, citrus and vanilla on the nose. On taste the wine is complex and very well balanced with a firm structure and clean flavours. The tannins, alcohol and fruit are not overpowering and this fine balance makes this a definite food wine. The wine will gain more complexity with further maturation.

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Alc: 13.58 RS: 4.7 pH: 3.49 TA: 6.7 VA: 0.42 TSO2: 136 FSO2: 53

Darling Cellars Lime Kilns 2010

This wine shows a light yellow colour and a rich combination of peaches, citrus and vanilla on the nose. The palate is complex and very well balanced with a firm structure and clean flavours. Tannins, alcohol and fruit are finely balanced, makes this a definite food wine. The wine will gain more complexity with further maturation.
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Alc: 13.08 RS: 2.06 pH: 3.52 TA: 5.51 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Onyx Noble Late Harvest 2002

Veritas 2003 - Silver
Fairbairn Capital Trophy Wine Show - Bronze
Wine Magazine July 2005 - 3Â½ Stars
SA Trophy Wine Show - Bronze
The end result of grapes infected by Botrytis fungus early in 2002. Apricots, peaches and pineapple, mixed with a touch of honey lingers on the nose. A fine balance between acidity and sweetness makes for an extraordinary experience. Wood maturation adds a very nice complexity. read more »
Alc: 11.5 RS: 240 pH: 3.4 TA: 9.5 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Onyx Noble Late Harvest 2009

This Noble Late Harvest was made in a Southern style, with lower sugar and more wood influences. The wine shows dried fruit flavours and a good concentration on the palate. The sugar, acid and alcohol is well balanced and the wood maturation adds to the complexity and structure of this sweet wine. read more »
Alc: 12.61 RS: 125 pH: 3.70 TA: 8.58 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Onyx Noble Late Harvest 2008

Darling Cellars "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2009

A Fruity, crisp white with Guava on the nose as well as passion fruit and citrus flavours. A well balanced Chenin wit crisp fresh finish that will compliment seafood, light dishes and salads. read more »
Alc: 13.1 RS: 2.81 pH: 3.53 TA: 5.99 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Reserve "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc

Darling Cellars Reserve "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2012

A fruity, crisp white with pungent guava on the nose as well as passion fruit and lemon zest flavours. A well balanced Chenin with guava flavours following through on the taste and a crisp fresh finish.
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Alc: 12.28 RS: 3.48 pH: 4.22 TA: 6.03 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Reserve "Arum Fields" Chenin Blanc 2011

Flamingo Bay Chenin Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Fresh tropical fruit from the Chenin Blanc, complimented by grassy Sauvignon Blanc, are the prominent flavours on the nose of this wine. A crisp, zesty and fruity palate leaves the taste buds longing for more. Enjoy next to the pool, with a light brunch, or as a nice sun downer. read more »
Alc: 12.2 RS: 2.0 pH: 3.58 TA: 6.1 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Flamingo Bay Chenin Blanc / Sauvignon Blanc 2010 - Discontinued

A great guava explosion on the nose introduces this wine te your senses. Some grassy flavours from Sauvignon Blanc leave the taste buds longing for more with a zesty lime, rather than a tropical finish. Enjoy next to the pool, with a light brunch, or as a nice sun downer. read more »
Alc: 12.50 RS: 4.8 pH: 3.42 TA: 6.400 VA: 0.35 TSO2: 115 FSO2: 33

Flamingo Bay Chenin Blanc / Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Flamingo Bay Chenin Blanc / Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Fresh tropical fruit, especially from the Chenin Blanc are the prominent flavours on the nose of this wine. A crisp and zesty wine with grassy flavours from the Sauvignon Blanc leaves the taste buds longing for more. read more »
Alc: 12.24 RS: 1.9 pH: 3.51 TA: 6.49 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Premium Noble Late Harvest

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Alc: 11.77 RS: 199.6 pH: 3.74 TA: 9.78 VA: 1.18 TSO2: FSO2: 50

Darling Cellars Lime Kilns 2013

This wine shows a light yellow colour and a rich combination of peaches, citrus and vanilla on the nose. The palate is complex and very well balanced with a firm structure and clean flavours. Tannins, alcohol and fruit are finely balanced, makes this a definite food wine. read more »
Alc: 14.05 RS: 2.00 pH: 3.56 TA: 5.99 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Onyx Noble Late Harvest 2009

Darling Cellars Old Bush Vine Chenin Blanc 2016

This Chenin Blanc displays a lovely light straw hue in the glass, and a mineral freshness on the nose. This is a complex wine, with undertones of orange peel and yellow peach, and a long lingering finish. The oak is subtle and well- integrated with the fruit. read more »
Alc: 13.36 RS: 2.17 pH: 3.2 TA: 6.26 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Flamingo Bay Chenin Blanc / Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Flamingo Bay Chenin Blanc 2009

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Alc: 13.28 RS: 1.96 pH: 3.48 TA: 5.91 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Lime Kilns 2015

This wine shows a lot of tropical notes like peaches apricot and citrus fruit like orange peel. This is a serious complexed wine that has a great mid palate with good length and ageing potential. read more »
Alc: 13.40 RS: 3.69 pH: 3.53 TA: 5.31 VA: TSO2: FSO2:

Darling Cellars Classic Chenin Blanc / Sauvignon Blanc 2012

The idea behind the Classic Range is easy drinking fun wines which are rich in vibrant fruit, displays a little bit of complexity, but is never heavy, nor dull. Wines for all festive occasions.

The aroma is very tropical with mixed fruit and white pear flavours, as well as grassy notes from the Sauvignon Blanc, that flow onto the palate. The wine is round and smooth and a good example of a fruity blend with easy drinkability to enjoy next to the pool, with a light brunch or as a sundowner.
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Alc: 11.96 RS: 4.42 pH: 3.35 TA: 6.2 VA: TSO2: FSO2: