2024 Skaliekop Chenin Blanc
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The David & Nadia 2024 Swartland Skaliekop Chenin Blanc comes from a 1.4-hectare vineyard planted in 1985 on shale with underlying clay, ("skaliekop" refers to a "shale hill"). One of five verified heritage sites farmed by the estate, it is harvested in up to eight separate pickings to understand the parcel’s many hidden nuances. The northwest-facing slope promotes warmth, while clay retains moisture and supports mid-season ripening. Compared to Plat’bos, Skaliekop shows more stone fruit development and a broader textural frame. The shale-based soils contribute phenolic structure and layered complexity, resulting in a gorgeous and expressive Chenin Blanc that feels a little more immediate at this young stage.
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Neal Martin
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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The 2024 Chenin Blanc Skaliekop comes from shale soils on the Paardeberg. It has an elegant bouquet with lanolin and light pressed yellow flower scents. The palate is well balanced with a keen line of acidity, a textural Chenin with a pithy, enticing finish. One of those Chenins that grow on you.