Boschendal

Boschendal Chardonnay

Chardonnay for this wine was selected from three areas: Stellenbosch, Elgin Valley and Boschendal farm, from vineyards planted on well-drained soils. The variety of clones within the selected vineyards gave complexity and character to the wine. Vines were spur pruned at the end of July, with excess shoots removed shortly after budding in September. This was followed up in November, leaving only two to three of the best-developed shoots per spur. To ensure optimum ripeness, all grapes were hand-picked on taste and came in at an average sugar content of 22.5–24°B. Harvest took place during mid to end February 2017, after a drier than normal winter. This was a challenging vintage, where winemakers and viticulturist had to change strategies in the vineyard and c

Boschendal Shiraz

Generous, deep black fruit and riper vintage fruit expression with pepper spice. Richness and juiciness with a round, integrated fruit core and silky ripe tannins. Shows elegant freshness and length with lingering fruit on the finish.

Boschendal Cabernet Sauvignon

A powerful wine showing varietal character combining dark red and black fruit. The primary impression on the nose is ripe black fruit with subtle oak spice and herbs, yet vibrancy and depth in its fruit expression. Hints of plum and cherry, with a cigar-box accent in the background. It shows vibrancy and depth in its fruit expression. The palate expresses the vintage by bringing together the masculine firmness and length of the Cabernet Sauvignon with a juicy yummy fruit core. A seamless integration of oak spice and oak tannin entwined with the Cabernet masculinity adds real depth and complexity to the wine.

Boschendal Merlot

On the nose pronounced ripe mulberry flavors play around with soft touches of vanilla and expressive dark chocolate richness. The palate follows through with plush mulberry flavors, but this time redder and vibrant, supported by refined wood tannins and finishing with a combined aftertaste of savory fynbos and very subtle freshly roasted coffee beans. An elegant cool-climate style of wine with intensity of fruit and length. Good natural balance between primary fruit aromas, color and structure extraction, rounded and integrated by subtle oak aging from larger 300-liter barrels.

Boschendal Chenin Blanc

The grapes are sourced from a selection of site-specific locations ranging from the foothills of the Helderberg, Polkadraai and Faure areas in Stellenbosch. Predominantly planted on weathered granite soils. Here the vines are exposed to the elements of the cooling sea breezes in the afternoon from False Bay. This has a tremendous effect on the quality as it allows for longer ripening time whilst maintaining the natural grape acidity resulting in increased longevity. The average vineyard age ranges from 12 to 28 years and are between 100 – 250m above sea level resulting in yielding fruit with remarkable purity and classical elegance.

Boschendal Nicholas 2021

The Nicolas is an exceptional blend showcasing how skilled craftsmanship can create a masterpiece greater than the individual components on their own. On the nose red cherries, fresh plums, mulberries and cassis are complemented by pencil-shavings, dark chocolate and spicy cigar box flavours. The complex and luscious aromas follow through onto the palate confirming the quality. A vibrant wine smooth tannins, excellent length and timeless elegance.