COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Alheit Vineyards
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Alheit Vineyards Hereafter Here 2021 is a white wine from the Western Cape, South Africa, primarily made from Chenin Blanc grapes. The wine's name, 'Hereafter Here,' suggests a connection to time, heritage, and the future, representing a wine that bridges the gap between Alheit's entry-level offerings and their more prestigious single-vineyard wines. It is crafted from young vine Chenin Blanc vineyards, some less than 20 years old, which are dry-farmed bush vines. The parcels are sourced from various locations within the Western Cape, including Stellenbosch and the Swartland. The Alheit philosophy emphasizes vineyard-driven quality with minimal intervention, aiming to reveal the inherent character of the land rather than the winemaker's influence. This approach highlights the purity, clarity, and balance of the wine.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Hereafter Here' to signify a future in a beloved place.
Fact 02
Made from young vine Chenin Blanc, some less than 20 years old.
Fact 03
No malolactic fermentation is used, preserving vibrant acidity.
Fact 04
Bridging wine for younger parcels too young for premium cuvées.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Alheit Vineyards Hereafter Here 2021 is produced using minimal intervention winemaking techniques. Grapes are harvested early and whole-bunch pressed, with the juice lightly settled without additions. Fermentation occurs naturally with wild yeasts in old barrels of various sizes, a process that can extend over several months. Malolactic fermentation is intentionally avoided to maintain the wine's natural acidity. Following fermentation, the wine ages on its lees in old barrels for about 12 months, then spends another 6 months in tank or vats before bottling. No new oak is used in the production process.
