- The 1st South African Chenin Blanc to get 90+ Robert Parker points
- Winemaker Bruwer Raats is a big fan of the Naked Philosophy!
- Awarded Wine of the Week by the New York Times in January '09
Bruwer Raats
"I did not choose winemaking, winemaking chose me. I remember picking grapes in 1992 in Stellenbosch, and I was so happy, I knew that if I became a winemaker I would feel like a king. I believe in sustainable farming. This means that whatever I do, I try and leave the soil in a better condition than when I found it. I have realised, however, that whatever techniques you use as a winemaker, none have such a big impact on the process as having a positive energy in the vineyard and in the cellar (one of my key points!). It's vital that everybody you work with focusses on making a unique and special wine, rather than applying fancy and clever techniques."
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Comment on: Raats Original Chenin Blanc 2008
Lovely nose of fresh apples and quince. Palate is unctuous and not cloying and the acidity zips the wine across the tongue well. The finish is long and refreshing.
by Andrew 21/01/2010 17:14
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