R268
‘Viticulturist-cum-winemaker Lucinda Heyns specialises in graceful, understated reds and whites. This Chenin Blanc, fermented in neutral oak and aged on its lees for seven months, has honeysuckle and hay bale aromas, flavours of lanolin, stone and citrus and a frisson of stony reduction. 2022-28’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2022, 93/100
‘Grapes from an Elgin vineyard on shale. Spontaneously fermented and matured for eight months in older oak. Pear, peach, apple and some smoky reduction on the nose. The palate is pure and direct. With bright acidity and a pithy finish, it comes across as extremely tightly wound currently – needs six to 12 months to unfurl.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 92/100
‘Grapes from an Elgin vineyard on shale. Spontaneously fermented and matured for eight months in older oak. Pear, peach, apple and some smoky reduction on the nose. The palate is pure and direct. With bright acidity and a pithy finish, it comes across as extremely tightly wound currently – needs six to 12 months to unfurl.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 92/100
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Lucinda Heyns |
| Alcohol | 13% |
| Body | Medium-bodied |
| Blend information | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Chenin Blanc |
| Rating | TA 93 |
| Producer information | Namibian born winemaker and viticulturist, Lucinda Heyns, started making wines under the Illimis label in 2015. She studied viticulture in South Africa and gained experience in South Africa, California and Italy. Lucinda’s winemaking philosophy is clear, she believes that wines should be crafted to reflect their origin and should harness what nature provides. She therefore follows a minimal intervention approach and allows each wine to reflect its unique vintage. |
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STANDARD DOOR-TO-DOOR:
Shipping fees are calculated on the delivery ‘street code’ provided during checkout.
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COLLECTION (Cape Town only):
Orders are available for free collection at our Cape Town office only. You will be notified as soon as your order is ready for collection.
CELLARING:
Wine Cellar offers professional wine storage at our premises in Cape Town. If you are not an existing cellaring client, please view our rates and set up an account by visiting our cellaring page.
JOHANNESBURG ONR:
For this special overnight road service, orders must be placed before 13h00 SAST. The order will be delivered by the close of business the following working day.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:
We use a third party courier for international shipping. Please contact info@winecellar.co.za for the rates and delivery options.
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