2021 Kruger Family Wines Chenin blanc Old Vines
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| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Franschhoek |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (12.5%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2029 |
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Description
The 2021 Chenin Blanc Old Vines '1962' - Piekenierskloof is a magnificent wine. The grapes come from a very old vineyard, located in the high-altitude Piekenierskloof in Citrusdal, owned by Potgieter van Zyl. After a gentle and slow pressing, the juice fermented at a low temperature in cement eggs, where it matured for a further eight months on lie. This is a beautifully intense Chenin Blanc, with great complexity and layering. Stone fruit, citrus fruit, flowers, minerals, brilliant acidity, a broad structure, and superb length. The palate is fresh, delicate, yet powerful and rich, in the typical Old Vine Chenin Blanc style. This wine can certainly age well into 2029, and it's certainly not a good idea to drink this fine wine too cold—it would be a shame to do so.
Johan Kruger, winemaker of Kruger Family Wines, was named Young South African Winemaker of the Year in 2005 and received 5 stars from top critic John Platter. Johan's passion is Chardonnay, but he has also proven his talent over the years with many other varieties, including Pinot Noirs. Johan Kruger grew up on a family farm called Sterhuis in Stellenbosch, South Africa, and learned the art of winemaking at Jordan Wines Stellenbosch and abroad in the US and Burgundy—hence his fine passion for vineyard-specific, terroir-driven wines.
John Platter 90 points
Tim Atkin 92 points
FACT: In the "Attachments" tab, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order it. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address.
You can read the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator, among others. This is a free service for our customers.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Franschhoek |
| Winery | Kruger Family Wines |
| Grape | Chenin Blanc |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2029 |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | No |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Screw cap |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Romantisch, Summer party, Terras |
Professional Reviews
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John Platter 90 points
Tim Atkin 92 points
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Johan Kruger is a very passionate and knowledgeable winemaker. In 2005 he won the Young South African Winemaker of the Year award and received five stars in the leading Platter wine guide.
In Stellenbosch he caused a furore at his father's wine estate, Sterhuis, but due to the necessary disagreement, Johan decided to start his own business. He had long been impressed by the emerging cool climate regions of the Western Cape in South Africa and had many friends here who wanted to help him. That's how Johan started the crazy project 'Kruger Family Wines', in which he locates very high-quality vineyards in the cool climate zones and (if necessary) lets the farmers work the land according to his philosophy and then buy the grapes from them.
Johan's wines are all about flexibility, elegance and balance.
The 2021 Chenin Blanc Old Vines '1962' - Piekenierskloof is a magnificent wine. The grapes come from a very old vineyard, located in the high-altitude Piekenierskloof in Citrusdal, owned by Potgieter van Zyl. After a gentle and slow pressing, the juice fermented at a low temperature in cement eggs, where it matured for a further eight months on lie. This is a beautifully intense Chenin Blanc, with great complexity and layering. Stone fruit, citrus fruit, flowers, minerals, brilliant acidity, a broad structure, and superb length. The palate is fresh, delicate, yet powerful and rich, in the typical Old Vine Chenin Blanc style. This wine can certainly age well into 2029, and it's certainly not a good idea to drink this fine wine too cold—it would be a shame to do so.
Johan Kruger, winemaker of Kruger Family Wines, was named Young South African Winemaker of the Year in 2005 and received 5 stars from top critic John Platter. Johan's passion is Chardonnay, but he has also proven his talent over the years with many other varieties, including Pinot Noirs. Johan Kruger grew up on a family farm called Sterhuis in Stellenbosch, South Africa, and learned the art of winemaking at Jordan Wines Stellenbosch and abroad in the US and Burgundy—hence his fine passion for vineyard-specific, terroir-driven wines.
John Platter 90 points
Tim Atkin 92 points
FACT: In the "Attachments" tab, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order it. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address.
You can read the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator, among others. This is a free service for our customers.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Franschhoek |
| Winery | Kruger Family Wines |
| Grape | Chenin Blanc |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2029 |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | No |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Screw cap |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Romantisch, Summer party, Terras |
92
John Platter 90 points
Tim Atkin 92 points
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Johan Kruger is a very passionate and knowledgeable winemaker. In 2005 he won the Young South African Winemaker of the Year award and received five stars in the leading Platter wine guide.
In Stellenbosch he caused a furore at his father's wine estate, Sterhuis, but due to the necessary disagreement, Johan decided to start his own business. He had long been impressed by the emerging cool climate regions of the Western Cape in South Africa and had many friends here who wanted to help him. That's how Johan started the crazy project 'Kruger Family Wines', in which he locates very high-quality vineyards in the cool climate zones and (if necessary) lets the farmers work the land according to his philosophy and then buy the grapes from them.
Johan's wines are all about flexibility, elegance and balance.