Alheit Vineyards
Alheit Vineyards Broom Ridge
White wine
4.3
Expert Rating
4.3
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Alheit Vineyards Broom Ridge is a highly sought-after wine produced by Alheit Vineyards, a renowned winery in South Africa. The wine is made from grapes grown in the Broom Ridge vineyard, which is located in the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge appellation. The vineyard features a unique terroir, with cool ocean breezes and shale soils that impart a distinct minerality to the wine. The winemaking process is carefully crafted to showcase the natural flavors of the grapes, resulting in a wine that is elegant and complex. Broom Ridge is known for its bright acidity, subtle fruit flavors, and a long, lingering finish. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-balanced and nuanced wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This South African Chenin Blanc from Alheit Vineyards is a vibrant and lively expression of Broom Ridge.On the nose, aromas of apricot, honey, and pear blossom entice the senses, while hints of orange blossom, jasmine, and crushed stones add complexity. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and intense, with a well-balanced acidity that brings out the wine's vibrant flavors of white peach, apricot, and citrus zest. The mid-palate reveals hints of almond, toasted coconut, and a mineral-driven finish. Overall, this is a remarkable Chenin Blanc that is sure to impress.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2044
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Chenin Blanc
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Alheit Vineyards
Region: Swartland
Nestled in the heart of South Africa's Western Cape, the Swartland wine region is quickly becoming one of the country's most exciting and dynamic wine-producing areas. With its unique combination of topography, climate, and grape varieties, Swartland is producing some of the most interesting and complex wines in the country.
Swartland has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the area in the late 1600s. The region was officially recognized as a wine-producing area in the early 1900s, and since then, it has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in South Africa.CUSTOMER RATING
4.3
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