eRobertParker 93 points!
Robert Parker 93 points!
"Raised in old oak casks from 70-year old vines, the outstanding 2010 Chenin Blanc has impressive fruit intensity beneath the sulphur (it was bottled one week before.) The palate is well balanced with a slightly honeyed texture with hints of honeycomb, dried orange peel, lanolin and spice. This a very complex, Old World Chenin Blanc that offers an intellectual challenge. Drink 2012-2020.
I was struck by Rudiger Gretschel, winemaker for Reyneke, located in the Polkadraai Hills of Stellenbosch. He expressed a very European outlook to winemaking and at times, contrary views to his fellow South African winemakers. As the country's only certified biodynamic producer he seemed to have a unique take on viticulture and as it transpired, Reyneke's wines are cerebral and intellectual, surfeit in character and individuality."
Neal Martin, eRobertParker.com #196
Aug 2011
Country:
South Africa
Region:
South Africa
Variety:
Wine White - Chenin blanc
Size:
750mL
