Raats Original Chenin Blanc 2008
by Bruwer Raats

Raats Original Chenin Blanc 2008
  • 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
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5 star. Cant say much better than that. The nearest to my favorite chablis and a much better price.Love the taste of this wine and will certainly be buying more

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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.

Andrew 17:14 21/01/2010 Comment

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Great wine.One of the best white wine I have tried

Richard 19:47 20/01/2010 Comment

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Love this wine and is one of my favourite 'chilling' wines. I love this on its own as well as with food and is quite understated in my book. <br /> <br />Doesnt try to overachieve but just does what it says on the bottle. Great wine by a fab producer, I'd be surprised if many people dislike this fantastic vfm number!

Ian 20:52 10/01/2010 Comment

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Have enjoyed every bottle, friends and family like it too. Nice and clean finish.

Robert 18:12 04/01/2010 Comment

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Meet the Winemaker

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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The Facts


Style: Chablis and friends
Grape: Other White Grapes
Country: South Africa
Alcohol: 13.50%
Vintage: 2008
Size: 75cl

Ratings from other people

Dale Batchelor

Dale Batchelor really liked it (4.0)

Graham Charlton

Graham Charlton really liked it (4.0)

Kevin Flynn

Kevin Flynn loved it (5.0)

Greg Baker

Greg Baker loved it (5.0)

Steve Rice

Steve Rice really liked it (4.0)

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