Kleine Zalze Project Z Chenin Blanc 2018

The grapes for Project Z Chenin Blanc 2018 were sourced from a vineyard over four decades old in the Firgrove region of Stellenbosch. Growing on clay and decomposed granite and subjected to the maritime airflow off the Atlantic Ocean at False Bay, the vineyard was selected for its ability to grow grapes offering a superior expression of the site’s unique geography. 'Overnight skin contact, then ferment & lees-ageing 10 months in amphora produce drop-dead-gorgeous 2018, showing Stellenbosch signature abundance with measured power (13.8% alcohol). Voluptuous & statuesque, stylish & flavourful, orchard & tropical fruit superbly poised on an acid & mineral backbone.' – Platter's Guide, 5* (96/100) 'Grapes from a 1980 Firgrove vineyard that also supplies a component of the well-established Family Reserve bottling. Fermented and matured in amphorae. Pear, peach, apple plus some yeasty complexity on the nose. The palate shows impressive richness and bright acidity before a savoury finish. Very good but, to my palate, not as intricate as the Family Reserve of the same vintage. Total production: 426 bottles.' – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 92/100