Craven Karibib Chenin 2022 750ml

The Craven Karibib Chenin 2022 750ml comes from a 1981 vineyard in the Polkadraai Hills. Winemakers Mick and Jeanine Craven champion this single-vineyard site. The wine delivers impressive flavor intensity and focus. They use minimal intervention to truly express the weathered granite soils. This is a profound, textural, and savory South African Chenin Blanc. The superb focus and intensity of Craven Karibib Chenin 2022 750ml are widely praised.

• The 2022 vintage earned a superb 93/100 score from critic Christian Eedes (Winemag).
• International wine critic Treve Ring also awarded it a high score of 93 Points.
• The wine achieves a high overall average rating of 90/100 across all vintages.
• Critics praise its focus, tension, and savory character.

Expect top notes of honeysuckle, hay, and yellow peach on the nose. The palate shows succulent fruit balanced by zesty, buzzy acidity. Flavors include pear skin, lemon pith, and crushed granite. It has a long, savory finish with appealing grip and salinity. This Chenin Blanc pairs perfectly with rich, textural dishes. It is excellent with creamy risottos or savory pork belly. Try it with nutty hard cheeses like Cheddar and Gruyère. It is also a fantastic match for spicy Asian cuisine.