Pearce Predhomme Chenin Blanc Old Vine - Wild Ferment WO Stellenbosch 2020

Wine Type:
Style of Wine:	Fruity & Smooth
Country of Origin:	South Africa
Wine Region:	Coastal Region
Appellation:	Stellenbosch
Grape Varietal:	Chenin Blanc
Bottle Format:	750mL
Case Size:	12 bottles
$299.40 Per Case ($24.95/btl) Add to Cart

Tasting Notes

A wine born from a collaboration between Nicholas Pearce and Will Predhomme to create wines from their favourite wine regions. This Chenin is made from old bush vines planted grown in decomposed granite/quartz on the Helderburg (Eng. Clear Mountain), in the southwestern-most corner of Stellenbosch, adjacent to False Bay.

This Chenin Blanc is a Wild Ferment, meaning that the fermentation started with the grapes' own natural yeasts.

On the nose, it has fresh aromas of under-ripe stone fruit & tangerine, with firm minerality & restraint. This is a texture-driven wine, the intensity & weight is by the grape only, with an almost grippy finish. The acid is perfectly balanced with the weight, giving the impression of heft without the additives. A naked & true representation of South African Chenin Blanc.

This Chenin Blanc pairs perfectly with all kinds of fresh seafood; and also with tartares (specially those that include avocado!). Smoked salmon or trout would also be delicious next to a glass of this old vines Chenin.
Its rich texture makes it suitable to be paired with goat cheese,roast chicken and butternut squash.

Critical Praise

90 Platter's 2019
91 Wine Discovery