Riebeek cellars 2016 collection chenin blanc swartland. It is a versatile grape that can produce dry, offdry, sparkling and sweet dessert wines. Riebeek cellars chardonnay 2014 from south africa this unoaked chardonnay is an accessible wine with the body of the chardonnay grape but without the oak and buttery flavors often associated with this cultivar. Learn about the various swartland wine regions with wine enthusiast magazines easy to use swartland wine guide.
The cellar was established in 1941 but many of its members are descendants. A cool, controlled fermentation occurred in stainless steel and was left on its lees for 5 months. Riebeek cellars chenin blanc, swartland, south africa. The farm, which dates back to 1704, began producing wine exactly one century later. First out of the new harvest blocks in 2019 comes this easydrinking south african chenin blanc, with plenty of fresh stonefruit flavour. The golden slopes, named after the deep yellow coloured granite in the site. Stores and prices for 2014 riebeek cellars sauvignon blanc, swartland prices, stores, tasting notes and market data.
Traditionally a wheatproducing region, it now specializes in making rich, fruitdriven wines particularly from the shiraz, chenin blanc and pinotage grape varieties swartland covers a large area, encompassing the vineyards on the northern side of the paardeberg mountain. Both these legends will bring their wines to the swartland revolution and present them at the expert opinion tasting on saturday the 9th of november. He was referring to the latest issue of the world of fine wine which includes a rare chenin tasting. The trademark varietals of the swartland are chenin blanc and shiraz. Oct 10, 2016 exploring the swartland, the other south african wine region. Chenin blanc has proven to be very happy in the swartland region with vast plantings that are showing great varietal character and provenance. Riebeekkasteel, swartland, south africa mount abora koggelbos chenin blanc 2014 imagine mount abora, as created by english romantic poet samuel taylor coleridge in his famous poem kubla khan, is a mythical place of the imagination. Riebeek cellars 2017 sauvignon blanc swartland rating. Chenin blanc 2017 limited release, singlevineyard chenin blanc from handselected grapes from the foothills of the majestic kasteelberg mountain, kasteelberg chenin blanc embodies excellent craftsmanship that transforms the harsh swartland terroir. It offers a fresh, fruitdriven style of wine that wins hearts the world over. Other types of cookies or third parties that install cookies some of the services listed below collect statistics in an anonymized and aggregated form and may not require the consent of the user or may be managed directly by the owner depending on how they are described without the help of third parties. Stores and prices for 2014 riebeek cellars chenin blanc, swartland prices, stores, tasting notes and market data. Chenin blanc is originally from the loire valley in france and was one of the first grapes planted in south africa in 1655, it is known locally as steen.
Grapes for our 2011 chenin blanc come from three vineyard parcels in different parts of the swartland. From dryfarmed, bush vines in the paardeberg and riebeek. For a current list of all 24 producers in this very forward thinking group and the core ideas they represent, please check out their website. Viognier is a whitewine grape variety known for producing textural, aromatic wines with pronounced stonefruit flavors. As the unofficial drink of the riebeek valley, the riebeek chenin blanc is the perfect every day wine that offers uncomplicated quality for the novice and. Roundstone farm roundstone is the beautiful swartland base of our mullineux and kloof street labels, where a large portion of our swartland fruit comes from. David sadie visiting south africas swartland wine region, part 6. Chenin blanc 50%, roussanne 22%, viognier 20% and marsanne 8% the riebeeksrivier farm is situated on the slopes of the kasteelberg, overlooking the swartland. Grapes for our 2014 chenin blanc come from three vineyard parcels in different parts of the swartland.
The 2014 chardonnay, coming from granite and schistlike soils, shows loads of tropical pineapple, honeydew melons and white peach in a fresh, lively, mediumbodied style with good acidity and subtle background oak. A fistful of schist reserve chenin blanc, swartland 2019. Swartland is a large wineproducing area 65 kilometers 40 miles north of cape town in the western cape. Malolactic fermentation was blocked to maintain the freshness and acidity. Riebeek cellars is located in the picturesque riebeek valley, in the heart of the swartland wine.
The royal, chenin blanc borrows its name from a grand old hotel in riebeek kasteel. Traditionally a wheatproducing region, it now specializes in making rich, fruitdriven wines particularly from the shiraz, chenin blanc and pinotage grape varieties. Mullineux family wines kloof street swartland rouge 2014 from south africa this blend of southern rhone varieties has a perfumed nose of violets, spice and purple fruit. Shop the best selection of from swartland wine south africa. Riebeek cellars kasteelberg pinotage 2014 from swartland, south africa hand selected from exceptional vineyards at the foot of the kasteelberg mountain, the kasteelberg pinotage offers a wellstructured wine with layers of flavors.
As the unofficial drink of the riebeek valley, the riebeek chenin blanc is the perfect every day wine that offers uncomplicated quality for the novice and connoisseur alike. The property is situated on the south western slopes of kasteelberg mountain between malmesbury and riebeek kasteel, in our experience, one of the best areas in the swartland for grapes. The medium to full bodied, foodfriendly palate is finely texture. The best wine vintages to drink in 2020 trying to decide if a 20 or 2014. Riebeek cellars 2017 sauvignon blanc swartland rating and. Riebeek cellars chenin blanc 2014 from swartland, south africa. Well balanced with a full, fruity palate and a refreshing minerality on the finish. A few of our wines and even two accredited to us incorrectly, sorry jasper and keermont did well but it is the secateurs results that got us smiling. Blend 100% chenin blanc appellation swartland analysis alc 12.
The swartland winemakers have long been known as wine revolutionaries. Badenhorst and porseleingberg are the same four that organize the now legendary wine festival, the swartland revolution, and were the only wines currently available in the us. The best wine vintages to drink in 2020 trying to decide if a 20 or 2014 cab is drinking better. It produces a wine with good acidity of floral mineral and citrus aromas and flavours. These vineyards are the legacy of generations that have nurtured these vines through tough, dryland conditions, to produce a distinctive collection of wines, the riebeek cellars collection. Mullineux family wines kloof street swartland rouge 2014. The reserve chenin blanc from pulpit rock is a wonderful example of chenin from this region, showing guava, mango and lemon honey on the nose and a bright citrus acidity on the palate. This mediumsized winery on the western coast of the cape province of south africa sources its grapes from the fertile riebeek valley and the slopes of the mountain where the climate is. The international wine challenge awarded the 2015 vintage bronze. This nice article by anton espost of riebeek kasteels the wine kollective in the 2011 edition of in swartland magazine takes a look at how the swartland has grown and developed in recent years, especially due to young winemakers moving into the area. Our kloof street range is all about freshness, balance and great drinkability.
Riebeek cellars pinotage swartland 2014 flask fine. Chenin blanc is a white grape common in the loire valley of france. Riebeek cellars kasteelberg shiraz 2014 from swartland, south africa. Mullineuxs cellar is, in fact, slap bang in the centre of the village of riebeek kasteel. It has classic chenin blanc character, good acidity and freshness, and it sells for a song. It also bears the designation wine of origin swartland. Its unique terroir, especially the shale soils, expresses itself strongly in the wine with unique varietal characteristics. The history of swartland winery dates back to 1948 when the swartland cooperative was founded by 15 member farmers in the swartland region which got its name from jan van riebeecks description of the land on seeing the indigenous vegetation, renosterbos, appear black in colour. South africas best value wines at under r100 pb top wine sa. Learn more about swartland read more after stellenbosch, t, the west coast district of swartland 25 miles due north of cape town, between the towns of malmesbury and piketberg now ranks as the capes most exciting wineproducing district. Packed with upfront tropical fruit, the nose charms with an abundance of guav. The swartland winery is doing something totally new. The grapes are sourced from vineyards on the different soils in various parts of the swartland.
Viognier can easily become flabby, but this one manages to keep its figure within bounds. Creation is impossible without a clear vision of what is to manifest. Swartland winery founders chenin blanc 2019 6 bottle case an expressive chenin blanc, showing vibrant aromas of ripe passion fruit, guava and pineapple, underpinned by refreshing citrus notes. Riebeek cellars collection is the sum of the land and its people. Our swartland chenin blanc is produced by delaire graff, an estate situated on the crest of the panoramic helshoogte mountain pass. Mettenheimer and another v zonquasdrif vineyards cc and. Chenin blancs from dassiekop, according to adi the finest chenin blanc vineyard in south africa. It is here, in the heart of the swartland where only the toughest vines and people thrive. The 2018 chenin blanc from riebeek cellars in swartland offers a classic feel in its pear and orchard fruits. Sauvignon blanc is a whitewine grape from western france, now successfully grown in emerging and established wine regions all over the world. Vintages of highly rated wines at under r100 pb from january 2014 to july 2015 that were known to be sold out at the time of writing have been. Riebeek kasteel, swartland, south africa mount abora koggelbos chenin blanc 2014 imagine mount abora, as created by english romantic poet samuel taylor coleridge in his famous poem kubla khan, is a mythical place of the imagination. Fresh and concentrated with good acid and lots of potential. The pallet follows through with fruit flavours, balanced by a crisp acid to ensure a fresh and fruity style of wine.
Chenin blanc and shiraz seem to do best, as exemplified by eben sadie and mullineux. Traditionally a wheatproducing region, it now specializes in making rich, fruitdriven wines particularly from the shiraz, chenin blanc and pinotage grape varieties swartland covers a large area, encompassing the vineyards on the northern side of. This walletfriendly wine leads with fresh notes of stone fruit, green plum. Mullineux family wines quartz old vines chenin blanc 2014 from swartland, south africa. Moreover riebeek cellars has in 2009 bottled a chenin blanc wine from the appellants single vineyard as limited release chenin blanc under the riebeek cellars trade mark, but with the indication on the label that it comes from a designated block of vines in a 47year old single. In a world where most wines are starting to taste exactly the same, this winery is looking to change the game. Riebeekkasteel, swartland, south africa mount abora koggelbos chenin blanc 2012 imagine mount abora, as created by english romantic poet samuel taylor coleridge in his famous poem kubla khan, is a mythical place of the imagination. The cellar was founded in 1941 as a cooperative to undertake the winemaking and marketing for the vineyards in the area. Stores and prices for 2014 riebeek cellars viognier, swartland prices, stores, tasting notes and market data.
Riebeek cellars chenin blanc, swartland prices, stores, tasting. This is a fun read that gives you a really nice feel for what the swartland is all about. The reserve level here spends some time in french oak, imparting vanilla, clove and floral notes, along with a hint of smoke and a creamy texture. Wo swartland chenin blanc blend white wine 2014 home wo swartland chenin blanc blend white wine 2014 pdf version. The 2014 man free run chenin blanc or steen, as that grape is known in south africa is from old untrellised bushvine grapes that are made. This rough and tumble region of south africa is spearheading the wine renaissance of that country that has been called the most exciting new world country on the scene at the moment. While i was out at the swartland revolution, i met up with david sadie, who of course shares a famous name with the most famous of all swartland winegrowers apparently they are not related. Chenin blanc riebeek cellars collection chenin blanc is our flagship white. Chenin blanc 2018 background allesverloren, situated on the southeastern slopes of the kasteelberg near riebeek west, is the oldest estate in the swartland wine of origin district and is renowned for its red wines and port. Mullineux family wines quartz old vines chenin blanc 2014. As the unofficial drink of the riebeek valley, chenin blanc is the perfect every day wine that offers uncomplicated quality for the novice and connoisseur alike.
The pallets follows through with fruit flavours, balanced by a crisp acid to ensure a fresh and fruity style of wine. Packed with upfront tropical fruit, the nose charms with an abundance of guava and gooseberries. With earlymorning mists dissipating against its craggy upper slopes, the kasteelberg forms a magnificent backdrop to the riebeek valley and serves as the focal point for riebeek valley wine co, which resides at the foot of this mountain. All the lovely flavours of new world wines, greengages, angelica on the palate with a nose of almonds and esters. Swartland is a large wineproducing area 65 kilometers 40 miles north of cape town in the western cape of south africa. Riebeek cellars is situated in the swartland town of riebeek kasteel on the slopes of the kasteel mountain. The 2018 chenin blanc from riebeek cellars in swartland offers a classic feel in its pear and orchard fruits, notes of dried hay, medium body, and building minerality. Textured, fine and fresh with lovely bright citrus and pear fruit. This has become a real favourite with members perhaps.
Rcc cheninblanc tastingnotes riebeek cellars collection. Jurgen has a serious affinity for bush vine chenin as the grapes compete with one another for ripeness, which doesnt happen to this level with trellised vines. Riebeek cellars 2014 collection chenin blanc swartland. Vine street imports 2014 intellego chenin blanc swartland. It is one of the towns that make up the riebeek valley. Swartland south africa chenin blanc invino up to 80% off. Riebeek cellars, riebeek kasteel, swartland wine route. Sustainably crafted from three vineyards, the bushvine component offers intensity, texture and longevity.
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