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Bastions V Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc 2022

Bastions V Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc 2022


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  • Named in celebration of the 5-pointed star shape of the Castle of Good Hope on Cape Town's foreshore.
  • The Chenin Blanc comes from Breedekloof, kept cool from the summer heat by the shadow of the Slanghoek Mountains.
  • The Grenache Blanc comes from Swartland where older, dry-farmed vineyards produce tight crops of excellent-quality grapes.
  • ABV: 12.5%
  • Vintage: 2022
  • Size: 75cl
Bone dry
Sweet

Find out more about Bastions V Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc 2022

Find out more about Bastions V Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc 2022

The Wine

Country of origin:

South Africa

Region:

Swartland

This wine is a delicious celebration of two important Cape wine producing regions: Swartland and the Breede River Valley. The Grenache Blanc grapes which are used in this blend come from the hot and extremely dry conditions of Swartland. The lack of water here leads to smaller yields of more-concentrated fruit - which is why this region specialises in making rich, fruit-driven wines. Ryno then expertly blends this concentrated juice with Breedekloof Chenin Blanc. This part of the Breede River Valley greatly benefits from cooling afternoon shadows from the Slanghoek Mountains which tempers the afternoon heat, letting grapes retain their fresh acidity while still developing ripe fruit flavours. It is a perfect combination which gives this wine harmony and impact.

The Winemaker

Ryno Booysen
Winemaker:

Ryno Booysen

The wine must express where it comes from, you must be able to taste the soil, the quality of the grapes and lastly, hopefully, something from me as the winemaker - you will end up with a wine destined for greatness.

"Swartland and the Breede River Valley are two hugely important wine producing regions in the Western Cape, offering very different climates. By blending these two parcels of grapes you get depth and complexity from the Grenache Blanc and refreshing acidity and varietal fruit from the Chenin Blanc. It is a superb combination!" - Ryno Booysen, Winemaker.

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Had a very slight fizz that almost tasted flat. Fruity taste, mild bitter after taste.

Citrus notes, tasty, lovely

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