Description
CELLAR INFORMATION Pre-cooled fruit is destemmed and crushed before being lightly pressed. Majority free-run juice is used that is settled overnight. Fermentation occurred in stainless-steel tanks. VINEYARD INFORMATION From vineyards planted majority 2016 adding a jolt of freshness. Vines from 1985 and 1993 add depth and concentration building complexity with terroir, rather than tools.
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JancisRobinson.com 82.5
[Jancis Robinson, 01/01/2023]
Producer Profile
INTRODUCTION
The Brookdale Estate, situated at the foot of the lofty Du Toitskloof Pass in Paarl, is a very impressive boutique winery owned by Englishman Tim Rudd and is planted with not only 25+ year old Chenin Blanc vines but also several other special Chenin Blanc blocks that are now over 35 years old and certified under the Old Vine Project as Heritage Vines.