Paulina's Res. Semillon 2023
Paulina's Res. Semillon 2023
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Rickety Bridge — Paulina's Res. Semillon 2023
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Winery Rickety Bridge
The Rickety Bridge Wine Estate, located in Franschhoek on the slopes of the Dassenberg, is known for its high-quality Franschhoek wines.
Under the leadership of Winemaker Wynand Grobler, the Winery has offered an exclusive wine selection since its establishment in 1797.
Originally part of the La Provence farm, it was only operated under the name Rickety Bridge in the 1990s. The Winery has made significant investments in modern winemaking techniques and has a renovated wine cellar, which now serves exclusively as storage for the wooden barrels used during fermentation. The flagship range "Paulina's Reserve," named after the former owner Paulina de Villiers, is internationally recognized.
Tasting notes
The Rickety Bridge Paulina's Reserve Semillon is characterized by its elegance and complexity. This white wine from the renowned Franschhoek region in South Africa shines in the glass with a pale gold color. It offers a captivating aroma profile dominated by citrus notes and ripe stone fruits, complemented by subtle nuances of honey and herbs.
On the palate, the Semillon 2022 is wonderfully balanced, with a fresh acidity that complements its creamy texture. Notes of lime and green apple lead to a long-lasting, mineral finish that shows a hint of toasted oak. These nuances come from careful barrel aging, which gives the wine depth and an elegant structure.
Ideal as a companion to seafood or poultry, this Semillon embodies the finesse and craftsmanship that Rickety Bridge is known for.
Grape Variety
Chenin Blanc is a widely cultivated, old white wine grape variety that has been grown in France (in Anjou – Touraine) since the 9th century. Compared to other white wine grape varieties, this variety is very productive. This leads to a very high quality of the white wine when reduced on the vine.
In South Africa, Chenin Blanc is the most widely grown white wine grape variety. The reason for this is primarily the very high diversity. For example, there are "wild-growing" vines (so-called Bush Vines) that are usually not irrigated. For this reason, the vines penetrate very deep into the ground with their roots to reach water. These Chenin Blancs therefore have a stronger depth and complexity.
The grape variety can also be aged very fresh and fruity in stainless steel tanks, developing into a very nice summer wine. Through the Aged in oak barrels, one obtains very complex and full-bodied white wines. The aromas of Chenin Blanc wines range from peach, apricot, and tropical fruits to honey and melon.