NEW VINTAGE KNORHOEK CHENIN BLANC 2010 A PROFUSION OF FRUIT FLAVOURS
Posted on 18. Apr, 2011 by BottlePlatePillow in Knorhoek
Knorhoek, the time-honoured Stellenbosch estate recognised for its intensely fruity Chenin blanc wines with a fuller taste appeal, has launched the latest 2010 vintage of this versatile white variety.
The idyllic terroir of the Knorhoek vineyards, tucked away in a corner of the Simonsberg where wild lions once roamed, imparts the intense aromatic fruitiness and full-bodied structure of full ripe Chenin blanc. The grapes for the 2010 vintage stem from 35 years old bush vines and were hand-picked at full ripeness to craft this rich, mouth-filling wine.
Chenin Blanc 2010
“Due to the mild summer weather the grapes were slow to reach optimal ripeness but our patience in the vineyards paid off resulting in near perfect fruit affording riper Chenin blanc flavours” says Knorhoek winemaker Arno Albertyn.
The unwooded Knorhoek Chenin Blanc 2010 flaunts a bright golden straw hue with an aromatic nose displaying flamboyant pineapple and citrus flavours enriched with hints of wild honey. The abundance of fresh sun-ripened tropical fruit on the palate intertwined with crisp classic mineral notes evokes a lingering richness on the aftertaste.
“The honeyed ripeness of late harvested Chenin blanc grapes is beautifully complemented by the flowery tropical fruit in its youth,” adds Arno.
Bursting with crisp, fruit-driven flavours, this lively wine is an exceptional food partner and stands up well to bold curries and spicy Thai cuisine. It is the quintessential accompaniment for seafood dishes such as mussels, shellfish and kabeljou. This easy drinking style of wine also pairs well with duck and turkey.
The Knorhoek Chenin Blanc 2010 is available from R46 per bottle directly at the cellar door or at leading wine outlets and supermarkets countrywide.
For more information or wine orders contact Knorhoek Estate at Tel: 021 865 2114/5 or visit www.knorhoek.co.za.
PAARDEBOSCH WINERY – SWARTLAND
Marius Malan grew up on their family farm, Staart van Paardeberg, on the foothills of the Paardeberg Mountains. Grape growing and producing wine run in the family and it was always Marius's dream to become a winemaker. After graduation at Elsenburg in 2005, Marius worked as assistant winemaker and viticulturist at Uva Mira, thereafter joined Slaley as chief winemaker and viticulturist. Read more...
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