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Mulderbosch Steen Op Hout Chenin Blanc Stellenbosch 2022
£97.91
Current Price (inc. Tax)
6 bottle(s) at £16.32 per bottle.
In stock
SKU
AHD5583022A
Mulderbosch Steen Op Hout Chenin Blanc Stellenbosch 2022
- Grapes Chenin Blanc 100%
- Country South Africa
- Region: Western Cape Stellenbosch
- Abv 13.5 %
- Dry/Sweet value: 1 (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)
Residual Sugar: 1.9
Contains Sulphites: Yes
Vegetarian/Vegan: Yes/Yes
Milk/Eggs: No/No
Organic: No
Biodynamic: No - Case size 6/ 75cl
- Winemaker Henry Kotze
- Closure Screwcap
- A vibrant and lifted expression of Chenin Blanc. Aromas of green fig, stone fruit, and green fig are underpinned by flint and earthy spice. The palate shows finesse and balance, with a lively, refreshing finish.
35% was barrel-fermented in 1,500 litre French oak foudres and a selection of neutral 500-litre oak casks with natural yeasts, followed by malolactic conversion. 65% of fruit was fermented with a selected neutral yeast in stainless steel; this portion did not undergo malolactic conversion to retain the crisp natural acidity. 35% was matured in large, neutral oak barrels and foudres for six months, imparting subtle complexity, while the remainder rested in tank for six months to retain the fresh, vibrant style.
A vibrant and lifted expression of Chenin Blanc. Aromas of green fig, stone fruit and green fig are underpinned by flint and earthy spice. The palate shows finesse and balance, with a lively, refreshing finish.
| Country | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Bottles Per Case | 6 |
| Bottle Size | 75 |
| 2 cases 10% off | No |
| Winery | There are two Chenin Blanc vineyards at Mulderbosch: one a trellised vineyard with some modifications to the top fruiting wires which expose the canopy to sunlight, and the other a dryland farmed bush vine block. The balance of the fruit for the Steen op Hout blend is sourced from vineyards in Stellenbosch, mostly on soils derived from decomposed granite, and with high gravelly clay content. The vineyards vary in age from five years old to 35 years old. Significantly, they are all within a range two to eight miles from the Atlantic Ocean at False Bay, and as such, are strongly influenced by a maritime climate, which plays a crucial role in the ultimate wine's freshness and poise. |
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