Van Lill & Visser Chenin Blanc 2023
Van Lill & Visser Chenin Blanc 2023
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Anthonij Rupert — Van Lill & Visser Chenin Blanc 2023
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Anthonij Rupert Winery
The Anthonij Rupert Winery, which still bears the name of the founder and is now managed by younger generations, is one of the most exciting projects in South African winemaking. Although one should actually speak in the plural. The Ruperts have long since crossed the boundaries once set by the slopes of the Groot Drakenstein Mountains in Franschhoek and today produce wine in four different regions.
Anthonij Rupert Wyne is a winery located in the picturesque Franschhoek Wine Valley in South Africa. Visitor facilities include the Franschhoek Motor Museum as well as two tasting rooms, each with its own unique offerings. A free tram service allows guests to shuttle between these facilities and make a day of their visit without having to drive themselves. Restaurant, wine tasting, museum, high tea service, panoramic tour, farm shop & private dining
Tasting notes
The Anthonij Rupert Van Lill & Visser is a characterful white wine from South Africa, originating from old bush vines on the sandy soils of the Skurfberg Mountains. The wine presents itself with an enticing aroma of stone fruits, quince, spices, and chamomile, accompanied by a hint of lemon zest.
On the palate, a rich and at the same time refreshing aroma unfolds with notes of nectarines, dried apricots, and mango, complemented by a honey-like nuance. The lively acidity and the creamy, nutty hints of cashew and almond give the wine depth and structure. A complex, yet extremely drinkable white wine with a long, detailed finish
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.
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Der Anthonij Rupert Van Lill & Visser Chenin Blanc 2023 begeistert mit frischen Aromen von Zitrusfrüchten, Pfirsich und floralen Noten. Seine lebendige Säure und der mineralische Abgang machen ihn zu einem eleganten und vielseitigen Weißwein, perfekt für leichte Gerichte oder zum Genießen an warmen Tagen.