Chi means “life force” and is a blend of two Riesling vineyards, one from the cold Elgin WO and the other from the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley near Hermanus. Neal Martin said this about the 2022 vintage: “This is unequivocally one of the superior Rieslings that I have tasted from the Cape”.
Christian, Winemag.co.za:
“For the first time, 40% of grapes were sourced from Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in addition to 60% from Elgin as has been the case in the past. Hints of jasmine, pear, lime and green apple on the nose. Good fruit concentration, driving acidity and a pithy finish. Lovely balance and vibrancy without being too insubstantial. 93/100.”
