Tasting Notes:
Aromas of grapefruit, spiced quince, and elderflower, with a distinctive flintiness, add to the fresh and vibrant nose. This wine is structured and balanced by a good acidic line running through the palate, built on layers of fruit and floral notes, adding to the texture and complexity. An elegant wine with a drinking potential from 2021 - 2028
Reviews:
96 points, Tim Atkin (South Africa Report 2020):
A welcome relief from the blandness of many commercial Sauvignon Blancs, this is an
ambitious, dynamically farmed white from the brilliant team at Reyneke. Sappy, reductive and nettley, with a flinty note that's reminiscent of a great Pouilly-Fumé and a long, saline finish. 2020-24.
94 points, Vinous
The 2018 White Reserve Biodynamic comprises whole-bunch-pressed Sauvignon Blanc fermented on the lees in barrel for 11 months. It has a beguiling nose that stops you in your tracks, presenting a mixture of yellow flowers, gooseberry tart, orange blossom and just a very slight reduction that works in its favor. The palate is wonderfully balanced, harmonious and nuanced, offering a fine bead of acidity and delicate kiwi fruit, nettle and dandelion notes intermixed with Granny Smith apples on the finish. Clever winemaking. Drink 2022-32.
5 Stars - A South African Classic 95/100, Guide Platter:
Flagship white always 100% sauvignon, special pockets within the vineyards. Top treatment for 2018: selected whole bunches, 12 months in 95% new 300L barrels. Seamlessly integrated, oak adds subtle toasty nuance to ripe stonefruit, earthy, nut & almond flavours, creamy breadth. Masterly intensity & freshness in warm vintage, outdoes cooler 2017.