Perdeberg Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc

Winemaker Perdeberg on the winery

“Perdeberg is located in South Africa’s Paarl region and has a history dating back to 1941. Our story is closely connected to the Paardeberg and the dry conditions in which our vineyards grow. We place great emphasis on dryland viticulture: growing vines without irrigation, relying entirely on natural rainfall. Chenin Blanc is particularly well suited to these conditions. By combining traditional knowledge with modern techniques, we create wines that express the character of our region and the unique conditions of our vineyards.”

And on Paarl, South Africa

“For this Chenin Blanc, we use grapes from old, unirrigated vineyards in the Paarl area. The vines grow in decomposed granite soils and, thanks to their age and naturally low yields, produce concentrated fruit. After harvesting, we give the grapes a short period of skin contact and use only the free-run juice. Fermentation and ageing take place in French oak barrels, where the wine spends around ten to eleven months. The oak adds depth and creaminess, while the natural acidity keeps everything in balance. The result is a rich, aromatic Chenin Blanc with notes of pear, peach, tropical fruit and vanilla.”