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David & Nadia Skaliekop

David & Nadia Skaliekop

The distinctive character of Skaliekop
David & Nadia Skaliekop
75 cl.
2022
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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 Skaliekop 2022

White wine Aged in wood Respectful agriculture. 11 meses en barrica.

David & Nadia Skaliekop 2022 boasts a dazzling silvery yellow hue, promising freshness from the very first glance. Bringing it to the nose reveals delicate lemon nuances, imparting a vibrant citrus touch, alongside the suggestive softness of freshly baked brioche. With a gentle swirl in the glass, the notes of its nurturing oak aging begin to unfold, evoking a subtle caramelised honey sweetness. This wine stands out for its remarkable balance, achieving a harmonious blend of fruity freshness and complexity without excess. Its recommendation lies in its ability to surprise with its finesse and structure, ideal for those who appreciate elegant nuances in a white wine.

Style David & Nadia Skaliekop
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Less aromatic
Very aromatic

About David & Nadia Skaliekop

Occasionally, what initially appears strange or unconventional ultimately reveals its true value. An iconic example is the Eiffel Tower. Initially criticised for its "ugly" and disproportionate appearance, it eventually became a symbol of Paris and architectural innovation, admired worldwide for its uniqueness. This same notion of the exceptional also emerges in the world of wine, where the different can indeed make a difference.

The Skaliekop vineyard, situated in Paardeberg, Coastal Region (South Africa), is precisely such an exception. Unlike most of the region, where the soils are granitic, Skaliekop is rooted in shallow shale soils, a challenging terrain for viticulture under dryland conditions. This peculiarity demands resilience from the vines but rewards with a unique concentration and minerality, resulting in an austere, elegant, and distinctive chenin blanc. Its results are so remarkable that Skaliekop is part of South Africa's Old Vine Project, a project dedicated to protecting vines over 35 years old, and contributes to the global prestige of Cape chenin blanc.

David & Nadia, a winery with family roots in Swartland since 1757, embodies this philosophy of authenticity. The winery focuses exclusively on bush vines cultivated under dryland conditions, respecting the diversity of soils, climate, and the identity of the region. Viticulture is conducted organically, and in the winery, intervention is minimal, allowing the terroir and vines to speak for themselves.

David & Nadia Skaliekop is a perfect example of this approach. Planted in 1985 in the shallow shale soils, these chenin blanc vines naturally produce a low yield, ensuring depth and character in the fruit. The harvest was conducted on two dates, and after a meticulous selection, the grapes ferment in small oak at controlled temperatures and age for 11 months in neutral French oak barrels.

David & Nadia Skaliekop reflects the precision, freshness, and authenticity that characterise this project. A chenin blanc that reminds us that the different is special and, moreover, being a very limited production, underscores its rarity and uniqueness.


 

2022

David & Nadia Skaliekop 2022 boasts a dazzling silvery yellow hue, promising freshness from the very first glance. Bringing it to the nose reveals delicate lemon nuances, imparting a vibrant citrus touch, alongside the suggestive softness of freshly baked brioche. With a gentle swirl in the glass, the notes of its nurturing oak aging begin to unfold, evoking a subtle caramelised honey sweetness. This wine stands out for its remarkable balance, achieving a harmonious blend of fruity freshness and complexity without excess. Its recommendation lies in its ability to surprise with its finesse and structure, ideal for those who appreciate elegant nuances in a white wine.
2021
93 Parker

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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.