De Trafford | Chenin Blanc Skin Macerated | 2020
De Trafford | Chenin Blanc Skin Macerated | 2020
Similar to the barrel fermented De Trafford Chenin Blanc, the Chenin blanc grapes for the Skin Macerated version came from four blocks: two in Botterlary Hills (both old vines), 1 in Keermont, and 1 in Post Houst (also old vines). Destemmed and crushed grapes were open-top fermented with punch downs for 1 week, with a full tank press at end of fermentation to allow malolactic fermentation in barrel. 14% Alcohol.
Nose & Palate
Beautiful deep yellow colour. Notes of honey, peach, salted butter and nuts on the nose, which leads into a full-bodied palate with intense fresh fruits and a fine tannin structure. Long, complex, dry finish. Best served at around 15 centigrade.
Pairing
Perfect with seared tuna, or creamy goat cheese on salad or toast.
Accolades
93 points - Tim Aktin MW
4 ½ Stars (93 Points) - Platter’s SA Wine Guide
About the Winery
Great wines start with great vines. The hallmark of De Trafford is the effort spent growing ripe vines with a focus on yield, quality and sustainability, to produce truly outstanding wine.
Situated on the beautiful Mont Fleur farm, 380m up between the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains, the De Trafford winery was started in 1992 by former architect David Trafford and his wife Rita. After learning a great deal from local farmers in Stellenbosch and abroad in Bordeaux, David Trafford carefully chose varieties, clones and rootstocks to match the subtle soil and microclimate differences in the farm. Such careful attention to detail is carried through all facets of the growing and winemaking process at De Trafford - the result is seriously well structured and concentrated red wines which convey the personality and uniqueness of the mountain site.
