Darling Cellars Old Bush Vines Chenin Blanc 2021

This wine displays a medium light straw hue in the glass with a green tinge and is made in a ripe tropical style with a split personality being elegant on the one hand but serious and bold on the other. Tropical flavours of ripe yellow peaches, white pear, a touch of vanilla blossoms, toast, butterscotch, orange skin and pineapple meet you on the nose. This wine shows many layers as the Chenin Blanc opens up.

Analysis: Alc:13.14 RS:13.14 pH:2.40 TA:5.38
Winemaker: Pieter-Niel Rossouw and Maggie Immelman
Variety: Chenin Blanc
Origin: Darling

Darling Cellars Old Bush Vine comes from specific old bush vines which are selected for their uniqueness in prominent terroir flavours. These vineyards are planted in the best terroir for the specific varietal. Vineyards are carefully monitored by the winemaker who ultimately decides when the grapes will be harvested. These grapes are handled separately in the cellar to preserve their natural quality and uniqueness. Passion and Respect for these old vines, have led to these beautiful and special wines. Darling Cellars OLD BUSH VINES Range is a dedicated concept from site selection, through to the final drop in the glass at the end of the bottle.

Food Suggestions
Will pair excellent with spicy dishes such as Cape Malay curry of creamy dishes like seafood risotto.

Awards
2022 Platter's Wine Guide Award - 4.5 Stars2022 Veritas Awards - Gold2022 Tim Atkin Report - 91 Points2022 IWSC - 90 Points