De Trafford | Chenin Blanc | 2021
De Trafford | Chenin Blanc | 2021
Chenin blanc grapes came from four blocks: two in Botterlary Hills (both old vines), 1 in Keermont, and 1 in Post Houst (also old vines). Lightly crushed grapes enjoyed 2 hours of skin contact before a traditional basket press, followed by 8 months in barrel (225L, 400L, 700L) with 10% new French oak, resulting in partial malolactic fermentation. Cool growing season resulted in slow and steady ripening, producing one of the most exceptional vintages to date.
Aging potential through 2032. 13.8% alcohol.
Nose & Palate
Lime, peach skin, guava and a hint of fynbos honey on the hose lead into a taut, refined palate with flavours of lemon zest and apricot skin. Multi-layered with a seamless finish.
Pairing
Enjoy with grilled fish, or roasted chicken and vegetables.
Accolades
92 points - Tim Atkins MW
4 ½ Stars (94 Points) - Platter’s SA Wine Guide
About the Winery
Great wines start with great vines. The hallmark of De Trafford is the effort spent growing ripe vines with a focus on yield, quality and sustainability, to produce truly outstanding wine.
Situated on the beautiful Mont Fleur farm, 380m up between the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains, the De Trafford winery was started in 1992 by former architect David Trafford and his wife Rita. After learning a great deal from local farmers in Stellenbosch and abroad in Bordeaux, David Trafford carefully chose varieties, clones and rootstocks to match the subtle soil and microclimate differences in the farm. Such careful attention to detail is carried through all facets of the growing and winemaking process at De Trafford - the result is seriously well structured and concentrated red wines which convey the personality and uniqueness of the mountain site.
