2020 AA Badenhorst Kalmoesfontein White

Comprised of 43% Grenache Blanc, 24% Chenin Blanc, 16% Roussanne, 13% Viognier, 1% Clairette Blanc, 1% Musckadel, 1% Chardonnay and 1% Colombar, the fruit was whole bunch pressed directly to old casks (1200L foudres and one 3000L foudre) for fermentation. After 15 months maturation, the wines are racked and blended in a single concrete tank and left for another 6 to 8 months before bottling.
Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. The nose offers up aromas of pear, quince, baked apple and hints of honeysuckle followed by some subtle ginger and spice notes. Beautifully shaped across the mid weighted palate yet fresh in its feel, delicious pear, quince and baked apple flavours overlay a spicy honeysuckle and ginger back drop. Finishes dry with excellent intensity to the long, slippery textured yet spicy finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 14%

Other Reviews....
Older vines on the property in Swartland, chenin, grenache blanc, muscadelle, chardonnay and more. The multiple vineyards are fermented separately then blended up.
Strong perfume, ripe citrus, some peachy notes, toasted almonds, marzipan and floral elements. Very good to sniff on. Full flavoured to taste, generous and rich, stains the palate gently with stone fruit, more citrus, some woody spice and finishes with tangerine freshness and a little clove. Serious and complex white wine here. Drink 2022 - 2025.
94 Points
Mike Bennie - The Wine Front