Capensis
Silene Chardonnay
2020
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750ml
Description
“Capensis” is Latin for “from the Cape” and pays homage to one of the world’s oldest winemaking regions, South Africa’s Western Cape. Silene is sourced from two vineyards in the Stellenbosch District, where warm summer days meet cool afternoon sea breezes. Lime, lemon, orange blossom and nectarine aromas explode from the glass, with just a hint of crème brûlée. A full palate of citrus and rich minerals drives a saline finish. Light. Lingering. Lasting.
Acclaim
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Robert Parker Wine Advocate
AM 5/2024
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JamesSuckling.com
JS 11/2022
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Wine & Spirits
3/2024
A blend of Capensis estate Fijnbosch and neighboring mountain vineyards, Silene gives an aromatic burst of lime, lemon, orange blossom, nectarine and a nuance of crème brûlée. A full palate of citrus and minerals drives a saline finish, light on its feet yet dense and long.
Aromas
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Lime
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Lemon
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Crème Brûlée
Flavors
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Citrus
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Nectarine
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Minerality
RECENT TASTING NOTES
In reviewing the previous vintage, the 2020 Chardonnay Silene has certainly earned its "+" rating. Showing more oak and baking spices with waxy melons, plus apples and lemons, the wine is balanced, fresh and complex, with nutmeg notes and graham cracker tones and a long, lingering finish. 19,800 bottles were produced.
Anthony Mueller, Robert Parker Wine Advocate, 5/2024
