Made from organically, dry farmed, untrellised vines planted in 1961. A fresh Chenin blanc that states pineapple, mineral, lemon zest on the nose. Lemon, pineapple, pear and stainless steel on the palette. Fantastic pairing with fresh garlic Argentinian shrimp. Great find!
Made from organically, dry farmed, untrellised vines planted in 1961. A fresh Chenin blanc that states pineapple, mineral, lemon zest on the nose. Lemon, pineapple, pear and stainless steel on the palette. Fantastic pairing with fresh garlic Argentinian shrimp. Great find!
Dec 21st, 2020
Ultra-lean, super mineral-driven, perfect ceviche wine.
Ultra-lean, super mineral-driven, perfect ceviche wine.
Apr 12th, 2020
Testalonga or “long face” is legendary Italian orange wine producer Perrinos nickname. Baby Bandito is Chenin from 46 year old vines in granite soil. Whole cluster, unfiltered. A beautiful gold colour with a delightful nose of baked pineapple, honeysuckle and marzipan. Perfectly balanced with a surprising palate of peaches, pomelo and honey. Deep minerality confirming the old vines. Paired with roasted chicken and vegetables. I really loved this wine.
Testalonga or “long face” is legendary Italian orange wine producer Perrinos nickname. Baby Bandito is Chenin from 46 year old vines in granite soil. Whole cluster, unfiltered. A beautiful gold colour with a delightful nose of baked pineapple, honeysuckle and marzipan. Perfectly balanced with a surprising palate of peaches, pomelo and honey. Deep minerality confirming the old vines. Paired with roasted chicken and vegetables. I really loved this wine.
1 person found it helpfulJun 11th, 2018
Well a revisit to a different year, label and time says yes. Weighing heavier than 12% on palate but juicy big and ripe and yes it keeps on punching. Chewy Chenin.
Well a revisit to a different year, label and time says yes. Weighing heavier than 12% on palate but juicy big and ripe and yes it keeps on punching. Chewy Chenin.
Apr 11th, 2016
Stinky, tasty, long finish, good acidity that continues to defy a pretty toasty appellation.
Stinky, tasty, long finish, good acidity that continues to defy a pretty toasty appellation.
Jun 26th, 2022
Refreshing and grassy
Jun 25th, 2022Continues to be a standout South African Chenin. One of my faves. Baked apple, marzipan, minerals with a hint of lemon.
Continues to be a standout South African Chenin. One of my faves. Baked apple, marzipan, minerals with a hint of lemon.
Nov 8th, 2019
Beautiful. The bottle went way too quickly
Beautiful. The bottle went way too quickly
Dec 26th, 2018
10/VIII/2018
Воздушные шарики, мокрая шерсть, манго, зелёная груша, ананас, железо, крупная соль. Среднетелое, чистое и достаточно комплексное, несмотря на базовый уровень, с хорошей структурой и кислотностью. Держится стройно в бокале. 17/20
10/VIII/2018
Воздушные шарики, мокрая шерсть, манго, зелёная груша, ананас, железо, крупная соль. Среднетелое, чистое и достаточно комплексное, несмотря на базовый уровень, с хорошей структурой и кислотностью. Держится стройно в бокале. 17/20
Aug 11th, 2018
Quaffable Chenin. Fermented on skins. Will be interested in tasting future vintages as the vines are being revived.
Quaffable Chenin. Fermented on skins. Will be interested in tasting future vintages as the vines are being revived.
Jan 5th, 2018
Swartland, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
