BOSCHENDAL RACHELS CHENIN BLANC 2019
South Africa, Coastal Region
Chenin Blanc
Description
A beautiful fruit core of elegant peach-infused citrus characteristics with a hint of honey. A well-balanced, full-bodied wine with a long, lingering finish.
Awards
- This wine has not yet received a recognition
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
The grapes used in this wine are partially sourced from Stellenbosch and the rest from the Paarl region. The Stellenbosch vineyards are mainly planted on weathered granite and deep shale soils, which are well drained with excellent water capacity. The grapes were handpicked in the early morning. The average sugar content of the grapes was around 22–23°B, allowing for a ripe, full-bodied wine. Half of the juice was fermented with partial solids at 16°C, enhancing the rich, round fullness of the wine. The other half was fermented at a cooler 14°C in stainless steel tanks, preserving the delicate fruit flavours of the Chenin grapes. Bâtonnage, the stirring of the lees, took place weekly, which allowed for greater richness in the wine.
