BADENHORST 2024 THE CURATOR WHITE BLEND

Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay & Viognier This is a delicious value white from South Africa's prolific Swartland region, and the deft hand of winemaker Adi Badenhorst. It's easy-drinking and medium-light in body, it sports thge with the soft, rich character of the varieties (with notes of white peach and apricot), joined by citrusy green notes and a subtle floral, fruity, fresh bread-like aroma from the lees aging. Its juicy character finishes gently dry and clean, an easy wine for aperitifs and light bites. Winemaker's Notes - "The grapes are grown in the Swartland region which hugs the wild West Coast of Southern Africa. The vineyards are mostly bushvines growning in granite and slate soils, and sourced from a number of traditional farmers. The Chenin Blanc grape makes up the largest portion of this blend because it is the backbone and structure of this particular wine. The Chardonnay was naturally fermented and took very long to complete the fermentation resulting in great texture and wacky aromas of dried peaches and apricots and ripe citrus. The Viognier, from one of my favourite growers and vineyards, just completes the Swartland canvas; some spice and palate length is what it brings."