Alheit Vineyards Nautical Dawn Chenin Blanc is a South African wine of incredible grace and elegance. It showcases a crisp, aromatic profile brimming with citrus, stone fruit, and mellow floral undertones. Subtle sea breeze nuances honour its coastal heritage. It balances its vibrant acidity beautifully with a rich, textured palate, embodying a delightful minerality and a lengthy, refreshing finish. This Chenin Blanc evolves magnificently with age, transforming its youthful exuberance into a more profound complexity. A sophisticated choice, it’s perfect for those with an appreciation for finely crafted white wines.

Tasting Notes

This wine reflects the tension of elements where it grows: the mellow glow of Stellenbosch sunshine drenching the hills, doused by a cold and salty slap of Southeast wind. The nose shows sour yellow fruit, maybe pineapple and salted lemon. The pallet is full and intense, a little rich and very energetic. Long finish.

About the Winery

Alheit Vineyards is a captivating winery nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa's finest winemaking region. Spearheaded by Chris and Suzaan Alheit, this husband-and-wife duo have cultivated a vineyard that reflects their deep love for viticulture and appreciation for South Africa's unique terroir.

Their specialty? Old vine chenin blanc and semillon. They are committed to crafting wines that harness and express the unique qualities of these zesty grapes. The result is a range of wines that are richly textured, beautifully aromatic and full of character.

Spanning over several sites, Alheit Vineyards is more than just a single location. The vineyards are strung out across the Cape, from the ragged edges of the Paarl Mountain to the rolling hills of the Swartland, meaning each plot benefits from a distinctive climate, aspect and soil composition.

The Alheits approach each vineyard as an individual, employing a methodology that they call "place-based winemaking" This means that each wine is influenced not just by the variety of grape that goes into it. but also by the location in which those grapes are grown, leading to a unique and delightful variation across their range.

Alheit Vineyards harkens back to tradition, yet pushes the boundaries of innovation, by capturing the essence of old vines to create revelatory wines. These wines are a testament to South Africa's burgeoning reputation as a leading wine region. More than just producers, Chris and Suzaan Alheit are story tellers, with each bottle encapsulating a snapshot of South Africa’s dynamic viticulture, allowing the drinker to get a beautiful sense of place with every sip.

Just as the Alheit’s are proud of their wines, they have equal pride in sustainability efforts. The vineyards are farmed organically and every bottle comes from low-yielding, dry-farmed and painstakingly-handled vines. This is to ensure that they can continue to produce wines without causing unnecessary harm to the fragile ecosystem in which they operate. An unconventional haven for wine lovers, Alheit Vineyards offers a memorable experience for anyone with an appetite for discovery.

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