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David & Nadia Rondevlei

David & Nadia Rondevlei

A true revelation from Swartland
David & Nadia Rondevlei
75 cl.
2022
92 Parker
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Details
12.50%
Alcohol 12.50%
Coastal Region
Production area Coastal Region
Wine of Origin Swartland
Designation of Origin Wine of Origin Swartland
David & Nadia
Winery David & Nadia
Contains sulphites
100% Chenin Blanc
Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
10.0
Service 10.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes David & Nadia Rondevlei 2022

White wine Aged in wood Respectful agriculture.

David & Nadia Rondevlei 2022 is a white wine that boasts an alluring pale golden hue, with green glints adding a touch of visual freshness. On the nose, it stands out for its expressive character, with aromas reminiscent of juicy yellow apple and citrus peel, wrapped in subtle herbal tones, set against a mineral backdrop that evokes limestone. Upon tasting, its medium body surprises with a delicate and refined texture. Flavours of quince and a hint of lemon oil combine with a stony minerality. Its bright acidity and saline finish are a true caress for the palate. Perfect for those seeking a wine that balances creaminess and freshness with sophisticated complexity.

Style David & Nadia Rondevlei
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Less aromatic
Very aromatic
Pairing
Smoked foods, Risottos, Pasta, Salads, Seafood, White fish, White meats, Rice dishes, Sushi, Oily fish

About David & Nadia Rondevlei

Although today his paintings sell for millions, during his lifetime Vincent van Gogh remained in obscurity; in fact, he barely managed to sell any works. His art, intense and ahead of its time, went almost unnoticed. Nevertheless, he is now acknowledged as an undeniable genius. Sometimes, greatness eludes our perception until someone, with sensitivity or deeper insight, discovers it. A similar story unfolded in Swartland, a South African region that for years was overshadowed by more glamorous areas… until someone took the time to truly look.

Swartland means "Black Land" in Afrikaans, a name derived from the renosterbos, a native shrub with a dark grey hue that blackens the landscape after the rains. Yet, a visit on a sunny day reveals a name that feels perplexing amidst rolling hills, golden wheat fields, ancient vineyards, and mountains silhouetted against the sky. Just an hour north of Cape Town, this warm and arid territory hosts some of the world's oldest viticultural soils and an extraordinary diversity of terroirs. For years, it went unnoticed, perhaps due to its austere and unassuming nature. Fortunately, today, a movement of new winemakers is rewriting that narrative.

Among them, David & Nadia Sadie have become one of the projects shedding the most light on the region. David, a viticulturist and winemaker, and Nadia, a specialist in soil science and viticulture, studied together, married in 2009, and crafted their first wine in 2010. From the outset, they were clear about their path: working with old vineyards, practising organic farming, and allowing the place to speak with minimal intervention in the winery. Their style is precise, honest, and deeply connected to Swartland.

This spirit is expressed with particular clarity in David & Nadia Rondevlei, a chenin blanc that originates from a vineyard planted in 1984, sharing its birth year with the couple themselves, an almost poetic coincidence. True to their philosophy, the wine ferments with native yeasts. One-third of the blend matures in a concrete egg, preserving the purity of the fruit and imparting a subtle, enveloping texture, while the remaining two-thirds rest in old barrels, where the wood complements without overpowering.

Precise, vibrant, and full of nuances, David & Nadia Rondevlei exemplifies how some of the most valuable things do not shout to be heard. Like Van Gogh in his time, Swartland required no embellishments; merely someone like David & Nadia to dare to observe it with care.

 

2022

David & Nadia Rondevlei 2022 is a white wine that boasts an alluring pale golden hue, with green glints adding a touch of visual freshness. On the nose, it stands out for its expressive character, with aromas reminiscent of juicy yellow apple and citrus peel, wrapped in subtle herbal tones, set against a mineral backdrop that evokes limestone. Upon tasting, its medium body surprises with a delicate and refined texture. Flavours of quince and a hint of lemon oil combine with a stony minerality. Its bright acidity and saline finish are a true caress for the palate. Perfect for those seeking a wine that balances creaminess and freshness with sophisticated complexity.
2022
92 Parker
2021
91 Parker
95 Suckling

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.