Bellingham
The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc Limited Release 2024
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | South Africa (South Africa) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Aging | Fermentation and ageing in foudre, amphora and concrete egg, then maturation in French oak barriques for 9 months |
- Grape variety: 100% Chenin Blanc, still white wine from old vines
- Origin: South Africa, grapes from the Western Cape region
- Vinification: In foudre, amphora and concrete, then 9 months in French oak
- Taste: Tropical fruit, honey and spices, with a fresh and persistent finish
- Pairings: Recommended with tuna, salmon, cheese, grilled chicken and veal entrecôte
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bellingham The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc is a still white wine that captures the essence of the Western Cape region. Made exclusively from Chenin Blanc grapes, it offers a vibrant profile with tropical fruit notes and delicate hints of honey. On the palate, it is enveloping, with a full body and a powerful yet balanced sip. Tasting the Chenin Blanc reveals a subtle oak spiciness that leads to a long, fresh finish, characterised by a distinctive phenolic texture.
Where it comes from
The wine originates in the Western Cape, South Africa, through a careful blend of grapes from Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Darling. Bellingham dedicates this prestigious label to Bernard Podlashuk, selecting fruit from old bush vines over forty years old. The vineyard is managed according to organic farming principles to protect the environment. The low yields ensure a profound expression of the terroir, outlining a structured profile that retains a pronounced acidity.
How it is produced
Hand harvesting ensures the highest quality bunches, vinified with a minimal intervention philosophy. Fermentation and the initial ageing phase take place in large barrels, amphorae and concrete eggs, a combination that preserves the purity of the fruit while adding depth. The wine then rests in French oak barrels for nine months, developing elegant spicy notes. This process produces a white wine of great structure, ideal for refined food pairings with oily fish, mature cheeses and white meats.
History and Curiosities
Produced at the historic South African estate Bellingham, founded in 1693, this precious limited edition from the “The Bernard Series” collection celebrates the founder Bernard Podlashuk. The wine is made from Chenin Blanc grapes, meticulously hand-picked from old bush vines over forty years old, located in the Western Cape region. Thanks to artisanal vinification in large barrels, amphorae and concrete, followed by nine months of ageing in French oak, this award-winning label expresses on the palate all the opulent energy of the South African terroir.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1693
The Podlashuks replanted the farm to vineyards and travelled to France and Germany to do extensive wine research. Upon return, they buckled down and released the Cape’s first rosé in 1949, followed in quick succession by the Premier Grand Cru in 1951 and the first single varietal Shiraz in 1956.
The 80s and 90s saw vineyard developments, cellar extensions and the beginning of Bellingham’s classic New World winemaking philosophy. Today, while still inspired by its history of innovation, ingenuity and foresight, the brand is firmly set in the 21st century, producing contemporary, structured wines with an unmistakable sense of place and style. Read more
| Name | Bellingham The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc Limited Release 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | South Africa |
| Vendor | Bellingham |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced at the historic South African estate Bellingham, founded in 1693, this precious limited edition from the "The Bernard Series" collection celebrates the founder Bernard Podlashuk. The wine is made from Chenin Blanc grapes, meticulously hand-picked from old bush vines over forty years old, located in the Western Cape region. Thanks to artisanal vinification in large barrels, amphorae and concrete, followed by nine months of ageing in French oak, this award-winning label expresses on the palate all the opulent energy of the South African terroir. |
| Origin | Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Darling (Western Cape, South Africa) |
| Cultivation system | Bush |
| Production technique | Fermentation and ageing in foudre, amphora and concrete egg, then maturation in French oak barriques for 9 months |
| Wine making | Hand-picked grapes from old bush vines; fermentation and ageing in foudre, amphora and concrete egg, then maturation in French oak barriques for 9 months, with classic vinification and minimal intervention. |
| Aging | Fermentation and ageing in foudre, amphora and concrete egg, then maturation in French oak barriques for 9 months |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |