Reyneke Organic Chenin Blanc 2024
Price: $21.95
Channel: LCBO Vintages
Producer: Reyneke
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Appellation: Western Cape WO
Grapes: Chenin Blanc
Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%
Sugar Content: 4 grams per litre
Philosopher winemaker Johan Reyneke’s “Organic” line sources grapes from outside of his biodynamic farm. In this case, we are told from a site under the cooling influence of the South Atlantic ocean. In any event, here is fresh and elegant fancy white wine for just a bit over $20, proving that South Africa still offers exceptional value at this price point.
This is a super ripe peachy Chenin, unctuous and rich, yet lifted up by a good dose of acidity. Although vinification was all stainless steel, the wine was left on its lees for three months. This has given it weight and texture. This wine works just fine on its own as an evening starter, but it would be great fun on the table for a weekend lunch of grilled salmon or chicken salad or BLTs.