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Thistle & Weed

2024

‘Duwweltjie’

Chenin Blanc   |   Paarl - South Africa
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About

Inspired and named after the Duwweltjies (Tribulus terrestris – Devils thorns) growing in the vineyard that cling to the soles of your shoes—reminders of paths travelled and those yet to be explored. This Chenin Blanc is sourced from the Duwweltjie vineyard in Damarakloof, in the region of Paarl. The vines are 64-years-old; their old-vine status means they have adapted to their climate so well that they keep their natural acidity, making the wine fresh and delicious, even in a warmer vintage. The Duwweltjie label was the first one made by Stephanie and Etienne, so this wine holds a special place in their hearts.

The winemaking is kept simple and true — whole bunch pressed, only the free run juice was used for natural fermentation in older French oak barrels. The lees was stirred for the first month, after which the wine was allowed to mature on the lees for nine months prior to bottling without fining and just a gentle sheet filtration and small dosage of sulfur.

Stats

  • Grapes: 100% Chenin Blanc
  • Vineyard: Duwweltjie Vineyard (Damarakloof)
  • Vine Age: 64-years-old
  • Soil Type: Granite with surface Malmesbury rocks (ferricrete - koffieklip)
  • Viticulture: Sustainable
  • Fermentation: Native – old French oak barrels (100% whole bunch pressed)
  • Skin Contact: None
  • Aging: 9 months in old 225L oak barrels
  • Alcohol: 13%
  • pH: 3.37
  • Total Acidity: 5.5 g/L
  • Total SO2: 30 ppm
  • Total Production: 475 cases
  • UPC: 700083611482
  • SRP: $34.99

Tasting Note

A standout expression of old-vine Chenin Blanc, with strong citrus aromatics of grapefruit and blood orange. The palate displays notes of pineapple, papaya, and salted almond, with a creamy, rounded mouthfeel and a serious mineral backbone.

Press & Reviews

The WineMag

93

"Grapes from a Paarl vineyard planted in 1961. Citrus, peach, a touch of pineapple, and a slight waxy note lending complexity. Rich and thick-textured, tangy acidity lending balance, the finish nicely savoury."

- Christian Eedes

Tim Atkin, MW

94

"Duwweltjie comes from gravel and clay soils on the Joostenberg farm in the low part of Paarl and is the richest of the Thistle & Weed Chenin Blancs. Textured and voluminous, but still refreshing on the palate, it has pear and stone fruit flavours, a touch of wood and enough acidity to drive and freshen the finish."

- Tim Atkin MW
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Thistle & Weed

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Paarl

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South Africa

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