COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Damascene Winery
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Damascene Stellenbosch Chenin Blanc 2022 is a single-varietal wine from South Africa's Stellenbosch region, produced by Damascene Winery. It is made from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes sourced from old bush vines planted between 1972 and 1982 in the Bottelary ward. The winery, established in 2019 by Jean Smit and David Curl, focuses on expressing the narrative of place and man's collaboration. The vineyards are situated at elevations between 325 and 340 meters, contributing to the wine's character. This wine is distinguished by its connection to heritage vines and the unique terroir of Stellenbosch.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
13-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines are between 41 and 50 years old.
Fact 02
Fermented in large Austrian oak foudres.
Fact 03
Minimal sulfur used in winemaking.
Fact 04
Sourced from three distinct vineyard sites.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Damascene Stellenbosch Chenin Blanc 2022 is produced using a meticulous winemaking approach. Grapes are whole-cluster pressed, and the resulting juice is settled before being transferred to 1000L oval Austrian oak foudres for fermentation with native yeasts. Minimal sulfur is used throughout the process. Malolactic conversion is prevented to maintain the wine's inherent acidity. The wine undergoes an 11-month aging period 'sur lie' in the same foudres, contributing to its texture and complexity. Grapes are sourced from three specific vineyard sites within the Bottelary ward, each contributing unique characteristics.
