INDABA WESTERN CAPE
2024 Chenin Blanc
Grapes | Chenin Blanc |
Colour | White |
Origin | South Africa, Western Cape |
ABV | 13% |
VINEYARDS: The grapes were sourced from a single vineyard site in Swartland comprising mainly of lower yielding bush vines. The soil types are a combination of Malmesbury shale with some loamy soil on the high ground and sandy loam down on the slopes, scattered with fertile Hutton soils. Vines experience a classic Mediterranean climate with low rainfall in summer, cool afternoon breezes and cold winters. VINTAGE: The 2024 season will be remembered for a lighter yield than initially expected. Favorable winter conditions set the stage for a larger crop. However, wet weather in the spring during budding and a very dry, windy and hotter summer affected the final crop size. Despite this, the quality of the grapes was particularly good and excellent white wines are expected. VINIFICATION AND MATURATION: The bush vines underwent a manual harvest. There was a traditional settling prior to fermentation which was maintained at controlled temperatures between 57-61°F in stainless steel tanks. After fermentation the wines were left on their lees for approximately two months to enhance complexity. TASTING NOTES: Chenin Blanc is South Africa’s most widely planted varietal and the Cape’s signature white. A crisp and easy-drinking Chenin Blanc, this wine has tropical aromas such as white peach and grapefruit with an attractive minerality. Mouthfeel shows good volume and freshness. Winemaker's notes (Mar 2025)
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The wine-making is overseen by Bruwer Raats, celebrated winemaker of Raats Family Wines. The grapes for the range of wines are selected from emerging regions of the Cape Winelands such as Robertson, Wellington and the Breede River Valley.
A commitment to social responsibility has always been a key part of the Indaba philosophy. A portion of the proceeds from the wine’s global sales funds a scholarship programme that supports wine-related studies for students from formerly disenfranchised communities in South Africa.
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