Alheit Vineyards

Cartology Bushvines Chenin Blanc Blend

9.226 ratings
9.211 pro ratings
Western Cape, South Africa
Chenin Blanc, Sémillon
Blue Cheese, Fruit Desserts, Turkey, Vanilla & Caramel, Fruit & Berries, Exotic Spices, Salads & Greens, Pate, Potato, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pungent Cheese, Squash & Root Vegetables, Goat & Feta Cheese, Cheddar & Gruyere, Sweet Potato, Yuca, Taro, Baking Spices, Chili & Hot Spicy, Nuts & Seeds, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Quinoa, Shellfish, Sweet Potato
Top Notes For
Christopher Bates

Master Sommelier, Owner/Winemaker Element Winery

9.4

Really love this stuff. It's beginning to define a whole new category of sa wine and is so unique. More Rhone white that Loire, the wines is rich, creamy, round and concentrated without being overripe.

Really love this stuff. It's beginning to define a whole new category of sa wine and is so unique. More Rhone white that Loire, the wines is rich, creamy, round and concentrated without being overripe.

2 people found it helpfulApr 19th, 2016
Andrew S

Beat after 1-2 hours of air and above cellar temp. There's a stone/dust thing going on up front. Lemon, nectarine, flowers, cantaloupe. Nice mix of bright acidity and thicker richness there.

Beat after 1-2 hours of air and above cellar temp. There's a stone/dust thing going on up front. Lemon, nectarine, flowers, cantaloupe. Nice mix of bright acidity and thicker richness there.

Dec 10th, 2016
Evan Keaschuk

Rich and ripe, slightly oily texture, though lovely acidity. This is a great example of where the future of South African wine is headed

Rich and ripe, slightly oily texture, though lovely acidity. This is a great example of where the future of South African wine is headed

Aug 31st, 2016
Evan Keaschuk

The best South African white I've ever had. Loads of complexity, density, ripe fruit, honey, and such crazy length. South Africa is looking good with wines like this

The best South African white I've ever had. Loads of complexity, density, ripe fruit, honey, and such crazy length. South Africa is looking good with wines like this

Mar 2nd, 2016
mattswineworld

South Africa is still working out how to get the best out of its Chenin Blanc and this is a good example of the progress that is being made: rich, full, almost meaty, with an oiliness from the 11% Sémillon. A good wine, still striving for its acidity.

South Africa is still working out how to get the best out of its Chenin Blanc and this is a good example of the progress that is being made: rich, full, almost meaty, with an oiliness from the 11% Sémillon. A good wine, still striving for its acidity.

Feb 20th, 2016
Charlie Beatty

Buyer wineworksonline.com

8.9

Solid Chenin Blanc with a additional semillon burst. Solid white But a little pricey! In the 40$ range. To expensive

Solid Chenin Blanc with a additional semillon burst. Solid white But a little pricey! In the 40$ range. To expensive

Nov 4th, 2015
Christopher Bates

Master Sommelier, Owner/Winemaker Element Winery

9.4

So happy with this wine!

So happy with this wine!

Sep 25th, 2015
Carter White

Lemon, nuts, and cream. Clean.

Lemon, nuts, and cream. Clean.

Dec 29th, 2022
Said Medina

Two of my favorite grapes in a beautiful expression taking S.A. to new heights!

Two of my favorite grapes in a beautiful expression taking S.A. to new heights!

Nov 18th, 2016
Ned Gray Creed

I believe that is my first SA Chenin. I agree. Good spot.

I believe that is my first SA Chenin. I agree. Good spot.

Aug 29th, 2016