Darling Cellars Reserve Bushvine Chenin Blanc 2025

Tasting Notes
Analysis & Info

Subtle tropical fruit dominated by ripe yellow peaches, quince, guava and white pear on the nose. Elegant and well-balanced structure with loads of tropical fruit on the palate and a fresh and crisp acidity followed by a lingering aftertaste.

Technical Analysis
alc	13.32
rs	3.20
pH	3.50
ta	6.02
Wine Information
Accolades
Brand Group	Reserve Bushvine
Other	Crush and destalk, 14 days fermentation at 14-15°C. Grapes and juice are handled reductively to prevent oxidation. Maturation: Left on lees for 3 months to add complexity.
Winemaker	André Scriven & Anthony Meduna
Variety	Chenin Blanc
Blend Percentage	100% Chenin Blanc
Food Suggestion	A wine that will compliment meatier flaky fish and rich seafood. Also, a great wine to serve with a light spicy chicken salad.
Ageing
Cellar	Crush and destalk into small static separators. Skin contact for 24 hours, Only free run juice used. 21 days fermentation at 15˚C Barrel maturation in 100% French Oak (1st fill, 2nd and 3rd) for 10 months. Only the best 5 barrels were selected for the blend.
Style
body	Medium
style	Dry
taste	Fruity
type	White
Type
Kosher	0
Organic	0
Vegetarian	0
Wooded	0
Pack
Closure	Cork
Pack Size	750ml
Pack Type	Bottle