Chenin Blanc - 2020 - Spice Route
Alcoholic content: 14.00 %
yr. 2013 Vinum Wine Magazine:
14 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2013 on 01.08.2016 with 14 of 20 points.
"Noten von Zitrus und Gewürz, Butter-Karamell. Am Gaumen doch schon etwas reif und daher breit."
yr. 2014 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2014 on 01.01.2015 with 86 of 100 points.
"This barrel-fermented Chenin offers upfront aromas and flavors of peach, red apple flesh, key lime custard and orange oil that are all laced with hints of baking spice. It's medium weight and slightly plump in mouthfeel, yet ample acidity keeps the finish fresh and tasty."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2010 on 01.01.2012 with 89 of 100 points.
"There's a strong herbal backbone to the core of this wine, surrounded by fleshy notes of melon and white peach. The earthy notes mix with a lime rind freshness on the palate, with a nice tropical fruit flavor that stays well into the close. Drink now."
yr. 2009 Wine Enthusiast:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2009 on 01.01.2012 with 89 of 100 points.
"A brilliant gold color, this Chenin boasts wood-infused fruit notes of pear, peach pit and melon alongside accents of honeysuckle and toasted brioche. The round, slightly slick mouthfeel is elevated with a mouthwatering acidic cut to the close."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2009 with 88 of 100 points.
"A delicious nose of baked fruit, spice and melon leads on this appealing Chenin from Spice Route. An elegant, traditional balance of rich fruit and crisp acid gives the wine a food-pairing advantage. Think poultry, lobster."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2007 with 87 of 100 points.
"Tropical fruit, pear and honey typify this distinctive Chenin from South Africa's Swartland region. It's round and smooth but not heavy, making it an excellent wine for diverse food pairing. Think hard, salty cheeses or seafood."
yr. 2015 Andreas Larsson - Tasted:
91 of 100 Points.
"Andreas Larsson - Tasted" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2015 with 91 of 100 points.
"Young pale golden nuance. Pure nose with ripe fruit and floral hints of apricot, pineapple, ripe citrus, mild spices and crushed nuts. The palate is ripe and bold but at the same time backed by a vibrant acidity, good extract/bitterness adding grip and freshness, layers of yellow fruit, creamy texture and a long, dense finish."
yr. 2004 Wine Enthusiast:
82 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2004 with 82 of 100 points.
"The brand is well known, but this wine does not live up to the hype. It is fat, full, oaky and toasty, while the fruit seems too soft for the layers of wood, and throws the whole wine out of balance. Imported by Vineyard Brands."
yr. 2021 Tim Atkin:
89 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2021 on 01.03.2022 with 89 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Tim Atkin:
90 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2019 with 90 of 100 points.
yr. 2017 Tim Atkin:
91 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2017 on 01.01.2018 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2014 Tim Atkin:
91 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2014 on 01.08.2015 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2012 Wine & Spirits Magazine:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine & Spirits Magazine" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2012 on 01.02.2014 with 90 of 100 points.
yr. 2012 Wine Spectator:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2012 on 01.06.2013 with 89 of 100 points.
yr. 2010 Wine Spectator:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2010 on 01.05.2012 with 88 of 100 points.
yr. 2009 Wine Spectator:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2009 on 01.09.2011 with 88 of 100 points.
yr. 2008 Wine Spectator:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2008 on 01.07.2009 with 86 of 100 points.
yr. 2007 Wine Spectator:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2007 on 01.09.2008 with 88 of 100 points.
yr. 2006 Wine Spectator:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2006 on 01.10.2007 with 89 of 100 points.
yr. 2005 Wine Spectator:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2005 on 01.12.2006 with 87 of 100 points.
yr. 2004 Wine Spectator:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2004 on 01.11.2005 with 87 of 100 points.
yr. 1999 Vinum Wine Magazine:
16 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 1999 on 01.01.2003 with 16 of 20 points.
yr. 1999 Wine Spectator:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Spice Route Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 1999 on 01.05.2001 with 86 of 100 points.
