The journey for Rotsbank Chenin Blanc begins with grapes cooled upon arrival, then gently whole-bunch pressed. The settled juice is fermented in old foudres.
The wine matures for 12 months in cask on its fermentation lees, bottled directly from the lees with minimal sulphur added.
Sourced from a remarkable Paardeberg vineyard perched on a rock shelf with shallow soil, the vines’ deep roots yield incredibly concentrated fruit. After years of aspiration, the 2022 was the first vintage from this acquired vineyard.
The 2024 Rotsbank displays striking gunflint and seaweed aromas with tropical granadilla undertones. A hint of green tea leads to a dry tannin finish. This vintage stands out for its incredible length and elegance. It can be shy on release, so aeration is recommended. This is a very linear and firm Chenin Blanc.