Discover the brilliance of South Africa’s signature grape with Radford Dale Vinum Chenin Blanc. This superb white wine comes from the renowned Stellenbosch region. Radford Dale focuses on expressing unique Cape terroir. The wine delivers purity, freshness, and incredible value. It is the perfect introduction to world-class Chenin Blanc.
Critics consistently praise the Radford Dale Vinum Chenin Blanc for its quality and value. It often receives scores typically reserved for much pricier wines.
- 94/100 Points: Christian Eedes (CE) awarded this for a recent vintage, citing its “punchy acidity and pithy finish.”
- 92/100 Points: Top critic Tim Atkin gave this score for multiple vintages.
- 93/100 Points: Jamie Goode praised a vintage, noting its immense drinkability and freshness.
The nose bursts with inviting aromas of ripe white peach, winter melon, and subtle floral hints. The palate is elegantly balanced and intensely fruited. A bright acidity drives the lengthy, refreshing finish. The wine offers complexity far exceeding its price point. It proves why South African Chenin Blanc deserves global recognition. They bottle all Vinum wines in eco-friendly, lightweight glass.
This Chenin Blanc uses fruit from gnarly old bush vines on the Helderberg Mountain foothills. The granite soils provide minerality and structure. Winemakers use partial natural fermentation in Burgundian barrels. They prevent malolactic fermentation to preserve its crisp acidity.
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