Olifantsberg Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2024

93 pts Tim Atkin MW 2025 Olifantsberg’s Old Vine Project Chenin Blanc is the winery’s biggest seller, sourced from a bush-vine block planted in 1982. Yields were down 20% because of frost, producing an even more concentrated wine than usual. Stony, refreshing and lively, it has plenty of zip and minerality, lemon zest and green apple fruit and a salty, briny finish. 2025-3093 pts Winemag Dec 2025 From a Rawsonville high-density untrellised vineyard planted in 1982. Matured in foudre and old 500-litre barrels. Aromatics of lime, jasmine and herbs while the palate is pure and racy with a super-dry finish. Pleasing weight without being too luscious. Alc: 12.5%.92 pts James Suckling Sept 2025 This is brimming with fresh-pear aromas as well as sliced apples and lemons. It’s bright and lively with medium body and a crisp finish. Sustainable. Delicious. Drink now. Screw cap.91 pts Wine Advocate Feb 2026 The Olifantsberg 2024 Breedekloof Old Vine Chenin Blanc, sealed under screw cap, is softly textured and immediately appealing, with layers of stone fruit, quince and apple. As it opens, the wine gains intensity and that distinctive glossiness associated with mature Chenin Blanc vines, finishing with a subtle salty mineral note. Old-vine fruit adds depth and nuance, giving the wine both generosity and balance. 2026-2030.4 ½ Stars 2026 John Platter’s South African Wine Guide Delicate fruit from venerable from 1982 bushvines in nearby Rawsonville town. 24 (90 pts) kiwi & greengage, savoury notes of yoghurt & cream from 9 months on lees. Wholebunch press adds freshness, 9 months old barrel & vat polish the body, aid succulence & texture. Shade plusher than Lark, exits with lifted lemon tang.