complimented by flavours of juicy red fruits and liquorice
hints of beeswax
The palate is lively with vibrant red berry fruit
yet finely structured character of this vintage
The 2020 Flaccianello della Pieve is a blend of Fontodi's vineyards
Raats Family Wines, Old Vine Chenin Blanc, Polkadraai Hills, South Africa, 2024 (Case) Nicolis complimented by flavours of juicyThis wine epitomises the understated elegance of Chenin Blanc. It's restrained, yet complex, nose offers quince, ripe pear, orange blossoms, nettles and spice. On the palate the wine shows pineapple and lemongrass and the cloves, nutmeg and ginger of the nose follow through against a backdrop of vibrant acidity, ending with a long spicy, limey note. The wines beauty lies in its lightness of touch and in the elegant way its complexity is revealed.