Raats Family Wines Chenin Blanc Original Unwooded Stellenbosch
This wine offers aromas of yellow apple, ripe pear, and peach, and a touch of pineapple, citrus blossom, and honeyed quince. The lightweight palate showcases bright acidity to cut through the juicy orchard and tropical fruit which ends with hints of lime zest, chamomile, and a subtle saline edge. It's easy to drink and enjoy. Established by Bruwer Raats in 2000, Raats Family Wines is a family-owned winery located in the Polkadraai Hills of Stellenbosch, South Africa. The estate is renowned for its commitment to producing expressive, balanced, and precisely crafted wines focusing on terroir-driven approaches from decomposed granite and dolomite soils.
Grape Varietal: Chenin Blanc
Feature: Sustainable, Vegan, Unoaked
Country: South Africa
Region: Western Cape
Appellation: Stellenbosch
Grape Profile: Chenin Blanc is a versatile white grape variety. Known for its high acidity and excellent aging potential, it can produce a wide spectrum of wine styles, ranging from bone dry to lusciously sweet, and even sparkling wines. The flavor profile of Chenin Blanc includes green apple, quince, pear, and minerality.
Region Profile: Stellenbosch is one of South Africa’s most important fine wine regions, known not only for its red wines but also for increasingly impressive white wines grown in sites influenced by the nearby Atlantic Ocean and False Bay. The region benefits from warm sunny days, cooling maritime breezes, and varied soils of granite, sandstone, and clay.
Pair with: Dishes with herbs infused like thyme, tarragon, and basil. Light seafood and salads. Vegetarian dishes like stir fry or pasta. Flavorful cheeses like blue and goat.
