COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Thistle & Weed Pty Ltd
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Thistle & Weed Brandnetel Chenin Blanc 2022 originates from Stellenbosch in the Western Cape, South Africa. The wine's name, 'Brandnetel' (stinging nettle), reflects a philosophy of resilience and appreciating nature's tenacity. The grapes are grown in a unique vineyard established in 1980 as a rootstock trial, featuring over 32 different rootstocks. This vineyard, situated at 300 meters altitude on Table Mountain sandstone and granite soils, provides a distinctive terroir. Thistle & Weed is a partnership between viticulturist Etienne Terblanche and winemaker Stephanie Wiid, who aims to create wines that are a direct expression of their origin with minimal intervention.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard is a rootstock trial block with over 32 different rootstocks.
Fact 02
Named after the Afrikaans word for stinging nettle.
Fact 03
Winemaker Stephanie Wiid is Tim Atkin MW's Young Winemaker of the Year 2024.
Fact 04
Vineyard planted in 1980, vines are over 40 years old.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Thistle & Weed Brandnetel Chenin Blanc 2022 is made from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes. The fruit is handpicked and whole-bunch pressed. Fermentation is carried out using native yeasts in older, third-fill French oak barrels. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 9 months on gross lees in these barrels. The producer's approach is characterized by minimal intervention, focusing on allowing the vineyard's terroir to express itself naturally.
