Scions of Sinai Granietsteen Chenin Blanc 2023 Bottle size: 750ml
South Africa, Stellenbosch
R440
'"You're nervous when you handle the grapes," says Bernhard Bredell of what he sources from the south-eastern slope of the Sinai Hill. This incredible Chenin Blanc has chamomile and white flower aromas, incredible energy and focus, granitic minerality and a savoury, umami and citrus-driven palate. 2024-32' – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2024, 96/100
'Dryland chenin planted 1978, 2023 raised in 80% concrete, remainder old oak; 2022 (4.5 stars, 94 pts) only concrete. Defined by white citrus tension & green apple vivacity, the flavours are resonant & long. Partial skin-contact adds fine texture, delicious touch of honeyed quince hints at potential for positive evolution.' – Platter's Guide, 5* (95/100)
'Dryland chenin planted 1978, 2023 raised in 80% concrete, remainder old oak; 2022 (4.5 stars, 94 pts) only concrete. Defined by white citrus tension & green apple vivacity, the flavours are resonant & long. Partial skin-contact adds fine texture, delicious touch of honeyed quince hints at potential for positive evolution.' – Platter's Guide, 5* (95/100)
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Bernhard Bredell |
| Alcohol | 12.45% |
| Body | Light to medium-bodied |
| Blend information | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Chenin Blanc |
| Rating | TA 96 |
| Technical analysis | RS: 2.8 g/L | TA: 5.4 g/L | PH: 3.47 |
| Producer information | Scion refers to the top part of a plant/vine or can also mean 'the descendant of'. Sinai refers to the ‘Sinai Hill’ which is a granite hill in the lower Helderberg region. Bernhard Bredell used these words to create the name Scions of Sinai which is also applicable given that he is the 7th generation (descendant) of Bredell wine farmers. Scions of Sinai Wines mainly focus on curating the uniquely located vineyards of the Lower Helderberg region around a granite hill. Bernhard hopes that his wines express the vineyard, it’s soil and the vintage clearly and purely. |
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CELLARING:
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