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The Society's Exhibition Chenin Blanc Western Cape 2022PH

The Society's Exhibition Chenin Blanc, Western Cape 2022

8 Reviews

From South African chenin specialist Chris Alheit, from offcuts of his world-renowned Alheit Vineyards range, part barrel-fermented and matured a little longer on the fine yeast lees in 2022, bringing extra breadth and some toasty richness. Having Chris make our Exhibition Chenin is a matter of great pride.

£14.50 Bottle

£87.00 Case of 6

In Stock

Code: SA22061

Wine characteristics

White Wine
2 - Dry
Chenin Blanc
75cl
Now to 2027
13% Alcohol
no oak influence
Screwcap
461 g (Empty bottle weight)

Vegetarian
Vegan

Alheit Vineyards

From his Hemelrand cellar in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley above Hermanus, Chris Alheit continues to produce a stand-out range of wines from parcels of cherished and nurtured old vineyards. He and his wife Suzaan have also invested in land in the Swartland - Broom Ridge, the new name for the Fire by Night chenin blanc - marking an exciting new chapter.

Their first wine, Cartology, achieved international acclaim in its maiden vintage 2011, including five stars in the influential Platter's Guide to South African wines. Its back label summarises the Alheits' approach: ‘Chenin blanc and Semillon have been planted at the Cape since 1656. They are truly traditional Cape varieties. This wine could come from nowhere else. Cartology is made from rare and extraordinary parcels of mature, low-yielding bushvines. These vineyards lie between 320 and 540 meters above sea level. They are scattered across the varied and marvelous lands of the Western Cape. We take great care to vinify these parcels naturally and respectfully, letting them speak for themselves. Here is the Cape seen through the lens of her old bushvines. A tribute to those who went off in search of treasure, and found diamonds in the rough.’

Tiny quantities of additional wines have been made since – Radio Lazarus (sadly 2017 represented the last vintage from this venerable vineyard), Magnetic North, La Colline, white blend Hemelrand Vine Garden and the latest: Broom Ridge.

The Independent

I don't use the phrase “legendary winemakers" lightly, but it's an accurate description of Chris and Suzaan Alheit , the talented duo behind this outstanding wine. Made in Hemel-en-Aarde, which means...

I don't use the phrase “legendary winemakers" lightly, but it's an accurate description of Chris and Suzaan Alheit , the talented duo behind this outstanding wine. Made in Hemel-en-Aarde, which means "heaven on Earth”, near Hermanus in South Africa, this is a stunning dry farmed old bush-vine chenin blanc, and I just love it. It has strips of lemon rind alongside a soft, honeyed edge and something that reminded me of vanilla French toast. It's generous, but not overpowering thanks to lively acidity, and just leaves you feeling a little bit decadent and sumptuous. This is one to wow your guests and is outstanding value for money.

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Rosamund Hall

Monday 14th Apr 2025

JancisRobinson.com

Quite struck match but so much fruit and edginess! This must be the best-value wine on the planet (if you like the style). Throbbing vitality. Very very good value. JancisRobinson.com

Jancis Robinson MW

Saturday 12th Apr 2025