Luddite Chenin Blanc comes from the House Block and Dog Block on the family’s Bot River farm. Only 3,300 bottles were produced in 2025.
The grapes were crushed and destemmed before undergoing a natural fermentation in open fermenters. After 20 days on the skins, the wine was pressed directly into barrel with its sediment and received regular lees stirring during maturation.
“Fermented in open bins, then sealed for 20 days of post-fermentation skin maceration. Apple, citrus, potpourri, a hint of fynbos and spice on the nose. Excellent fruit purity and lively acidity, the finish pithy and persistent. Focused, taut and precise, with plenty of flavour for a wine of just 10.7% alcohol. Understated and carefully crafted. 95/100” – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za
