Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc 2011
Chenin Blanc
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Product Details
Varietal
Producer
Vintage
2011
Size
750ML
ABV
14%
Features
Green Wine
Screw Cap
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Winemaker Notes
This full-bodied 100% Chenin flawlessly balances ripe fruit with subtle oak nuances. A rich, succulent palate offers flavors of tropical and citrus fruit enhanced by complex mineral notes with a touch of nuts and spice. Extended lees contact reveals an enticing honeycomb character.
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Inspired by the Loire Valley (the home of Chenin Blanc), Ken Forrester has helped push its quality in the Cape. This is made from 35-year-old vines and aged for up to nine months in oak. It has great density and complexity with floral notes, grapefruit and spice on the long, creamy palate.
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In 1993, hospitality industry veteran Ken Forrester and his wife Teresa purchased the historic Scholtzenhof estate, nestled at the base of the Helderberg in Stellenbosch. Originally established in 1689 as Zandberg, the property is one of the oldest wine farms in the Cape. Ken enlisted the help of his winemaker friend Martin Meinert in replanting and revitalizing the vineyards, with an aim to craft a white wine that could rival any in the world! And so it was that Ken Forrester Vineyards was established, with a focus on Chenin Blanc production.
CNC690160_2011 Item# 120279