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Craven Wines

Karibib Vineyard Chenin Blanc

9.113 ratings
9.34 pro ratings
Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Chenin Blanc
Turkey, Vanilla & Caramel, Fruit & Berries, Exotic Spices, Salads & Greens, Pate, Potato, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Fruit Desserts, 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

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Top Notes For
Matt Sterr
9.1

36 YO Steen vines planted in the sandy soils of the Karibib Vineyard.

36 YO Steen vines planted in the sandy soils of the Karibib Vineyard.

May 7th, 2019
Turd Ferguson
9.1

Interesting contrast to the Wolf & Woman. Whereas that was more classical and sunny, this is leaner, steely, green apple, and comes across more ‘minimal intervention’. Probably doesn’t even see oak. A kiss of VA early that sorts itself out with air. Slightly exotic white fruits and a fine chalkiness emerge. Probably a touch of skin/stem maceration. I will buy a six pack of this.

Interesting contrast to the Wolf & Woman. Whereas that was more classical and sunny, this is leaner, steely, green apple, and comes across more ‘minimal intervention’. Probably doesn’t even see oak. A kiss of VA early that sorts itself out with air. Slightly exotic white fruits and a fine chalkiness emerge. Probably a touch of skin/stem maceration. I will buy a six pack of this.

Feb 13th, 2025
Ji Lin Zhu
9.1

Acidic, lots of complexity and layers

Acidic, lots of complexity and layers

May 13th, 2023
Carter White
9.1

Really nicely balanced body and acidity. Bright tasty fruit.

Really nicely balanced body and acidity. Bright tasty fruit.

Dec 14th, 2020
Bart van Wijngaarden
9.1

Very classy. Excellent nose but it’s the palate that pulls you in. Really impressed.

Very classy. Excellent nose but it’s the palate that pulls you in. Really impressed.

Jun 16th, 2019
David Lincoln
9.3

Clean, great balance of minerality and fruit. Great stuff.

Clean, great balance of minerality and fruit. Great stuff.

Dec 15th, 2018
Shawn Thompson
9.0

Brisk clean minerality with a light nose of grainy mustard and tropical fruit. Lively acidity with a palate that reveals unripe pineapple, vanilla and citrus.

Brisk clean minerality with a light nose of grainy mustard and tropical fruit. Lively acidity with a palate that reveals unripe pineapple, vanilla and citrus.

Sep 1st, 2018
Ronnie Sanders

Owner/Importer Vine Street Imports

9.2

Ronnie had this 3 years ago

Ronnie had this 3 years ago

Aug 26th, 2022
Ronnie Sanders

Owner/Importer Vine Street Imports

9.3

Ronnie had this 4 years ago

Ronnie had this 4 years ago

Apr 9th, 2021
Ronnie Sanders

Owner/Importer Vine Street Imports

9.4

Ronnie had this 5 years ago

Ronnie had this 5 years ago

Jul 5th, 2020