Valley Vineyards

The Royal Old Vines Steen Chenin Blanc

8.57 ratings

-no pro ratings

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

Top Notes For

7.6

This wine is medium gold in color with some slight rim variation. It has a powerful initial aroma with citrus fruits like orange, a hint of mango. There are strong mineral characteristics in the smell and the taste. It’s a dry wine with medium acidity with a medium body. This wine is well balanced and very fruit forward. There is no wood on the wine, and it has a medium finish. I liked the wine for the price, but would be interested in trying a different chenin blanc to compare.

This wine is medium gold in color with some slight rim variation. It has a powerful initial aroma with citrus fruits like orange, a hint of mango. There are strong mineral characteristics in the smell and the taste. It’s a dry wine with medium acidity with a medium body. This wine is well balanced and very fruit forward. There is no wood on the wine, and it has a medium finish. I liked the wine for the price, but would be interested in trying a different chenin blanc to compare.

Apr 14th, 2020

9.0

Fresh, lively, and delicious. Floral aromas, tangy and full-bodied on palate, bracing acidity. Lingering finish. Amazing value - it's a steal!

Fresh, lively, and delicious. Floral aromas, tangy and full-bodied on palate, bracing acidity. Lingering finish. Amazing value - it's a steal!

Apr 14th, 2017

8.3

Good white wine. Goes down easy and is paired with pasta or cheese well.

Good white wine. Goes down easy and is paired with pasta or cheese well.

Dec 18th, 2016

8.5

Becky had this 6 years ago

Becky had this 6 years ago

Mar 12th, 2018

8.7

Scott had this 6 years ago

Scott had this 6 years ago

Nov 11th, 2017

8.4

Rebecca had this 7 years ago

Rebecca had this 7 years ago

Aug 7th, 2017

8.9

Michael had this 7 years ago

Michael had this 7 years ago

Jun 17th, 2017