Lourens Family Wines Skuinskap Steen 2023 Bottle size: 750ml
South Africa, Piekenierskloof
R465
‘Vines planted on decomposed sandstone in 1977 supply the grapes for this high-altitude Chenin Blanc from 700 metres. Naturally fermented in old oak, with full malolactic to follow, this is racy, salty and ethereal, with subtle mountain herb and citrus flavours, chiselled minerality and seductive mid-palate texture. 2024-30’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2024, 96/100
‘From a Piekenierskloof vineyard planted on sandstone at 750m above sea level in 1977. The nose shows stone fruit, orange and some waxy character. The palate is powerful – dense fruit, big acidity and finish that has just a touch of quinine-like bitterness. Thick textured in the best sense and super-flavourful. Alc: 14%.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 94/100
‘The 2023 Chenin Blanc Skuinskap Steen Single Vineyard comes from Piekenierskloof and matured in neutral 500-liter barrels. This has a light flor-like scent on the nose, perhaps not quite as precise as the Linda Carien this year. The palate is well balanced with fine weight, opening with notes of orange rind and sour cherry. Slightly oily in texture on the finish, this should offer several years of drinking pleasure. 2025-2032’ – Neal Martin, Vinous, 90/100
‘From a Piekenierskloof vineyard planted on sandstone at 750m above sea level in 1977. The nose shows stone fruit, orange and some waxy character. The palate is powerful – dense fruit, big acidity and finish that has just a touch of quinine-like bitterness. Thick textured in the best sense and super-flavourful. Alc: 14%.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 94/100
‘The 2023 Chenin Blanc Skuinskap Steen Single Vineyard comes from Piekenierskloof and matured in neutral 500-liter barrels. This has a light flor-like scent on the nose, perhaps not quite as precise as the Linda Carien this year. The palate is well balanced with fine weight, opening with notes of orange rind and sour cherry. Slightly oily in texture on the finish, this should offer several years of drinking pleasure. 2025-2032’ – Neal Martin, Vinous, 90/100
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Franco Lourens |
| Alcohol | 14% |
| Blend information | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Chenin Blanc |
| Rating | TA 96 |
| Producer information | Franco Lourens produces excellent wines under his own label, Lourens Family Wines. As the assistant winemaker at Alheit Vineyards, Franco has Chris Alheit, one of SA's most gifted winemakers, as his daily mentor and inspiration. His wines are already highly acclaimed and he is definitely one of the most talented young winemakers in SA today. |
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