The Wolftrap White 2021
The Wolftrap range of wines are a tribute to the pioneers who in the early days ventured into the Cape wilderness and erected a wolf trap on Boekenhoutskloof. To date, no wolf either real or mystical, has been seen in the valley. The Wolftrap White Wine is an intriguing blend of Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc grapes. The Viognier brings a rich, ripe fruitiness on the nose with its alluring peach melba aromas. Chenin Blanc offers acidity for balance and freshness, with layered fruitiness on the mid-palate. Grenache Blanc is always used in the blend for its gentle yellow plum and slightly zesty character and elegance. The nose is lively and inviting, with attractive aromas of yellow apple, ripe lemons, greengage and lemon verbena and gentle whiffs of clove, nutmeg and ginger creating complexity. The slight spicy notes and citrus character of the nose follow through onto the palate with flavours of Cape gooseberry, white peach, fresh pineapple, and a hint of lemon curd. The mid-palate is smooth, round and fleshy, although also very focused. The wine is medium to full-bodied, with integrated acidity and the subtle touch of oak adding to its great balance. Lemongrass and angelica linger on a fresh finish.
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The Producer Boekenhoutskloof | Franschhoek
First established in 1776, Boekenhoutskloof is to be found in the furthest corner of the beautiful Franschhoek valley. The farm’s name means “ravine of the Boekenhout” (pronounced Book-n-Howed) and Boekenhout is an indigenous Cape Beech tree greatly prized for furniture making.
In 1993...
Other wines from this producer
The Wolftrap Red 2020
The Chocolate Block 2021
The Wolftrap White 2021
Boekenhoutskloof Semillon 2019
Patina Chenin Blanc 2019
Patina Syrah 2019
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2018
The Region South Africa | Coastal Region
The Coastal wine region is considered to be the historic birthplace of South Africa's wine industry and is arguably the country's most prolific wine producing region of high-quality, award-winning wines. The region contains nearly half of South Africa's land under vine...
Other wines from this region
Mullineux Old Vines White 2021
The Chocolate Block 2021
The Wolftrap White 2021
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2018
Thorne & Daughters Snakes & Ladders Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc 2019
Thorne & Daughters Rocking Horse Cape White Blend 2021
Boekenhoutskloof Semillon 2019
Spioenkop Wines '1900' Pinotage 2019
Patina Chenin Blanc 2019
The Primary Grape Wine By Grape Variety | Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc is a white grape variety that has a thin skin and a high natural sugar content making it suitable to produce a wide range of wine styles, including sparkling and sweet wines. Young Chenin Blanc can taste of fresh apples and exotic...
The Primary Grape Wine By Grape Variety | Viognier
Viognier is a white wine grape variety that used to be confined to a tiny part of the Rhône Valley, where it produced the famous white wines of Condrieu. In recent times its popularity has spread into countries such as Australia, New Zealand...