Free-Run Steen Chenin Blanc - 2023 - Man Vintners
Alcoholic content: 13.00 %
yr. 2015 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2015 on 01.01.2017 with 86 of 100 points.
"Pleasant scents of fresh herbs and white flowers lend depth and character to ripe fruit tones of green melon and guava. The lightweight palate is direct and refreshing, with lively acidity and bright citrus flavors that clip the short and clean close. Drink now."
yr. 2014 Wine Enthusiast:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2014 on 01.01.2015 with 89 of 100 points.
"Hints of lanolin, waxy green-apple skin and lime peel add depth to the pear, melon rind and honeycomb core of this delicious white wine. It's light, refreshing and balanced, with zingy lime-juice acidity adding verve to the palate while accents of sweet grass and green fig dance on the finish."
yr. 2012 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2012 on 01.01.2014 with 87 of 100 points.
"This is a bright and easy-drinking selection that opens with scents of green apple, pear and lemon-lime citrus. There's a slight weight to the palate, but it's immediately lifted by lively, cleansing acidity followed by a mouthwatering finish. Drink now."
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2011 on 01.01.2012 with 87 of 100 points.
"This is dainty and pretty, with solid floral aromas of peony and orange blossom that lift the pear and hard peach fruit backbone. Vibrant acidity keeps the palate fresh and the finish clean and mouthwatering. Drink now."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2010 on 01.01.2011 with 86 of 100 points.
"There's a subtle honeyed edge to this otherwise light and easygoing wine, adding heft to the ripe melon and stone fruit notes. The lush fruit flavors pair with the mouthwatering acidity on the finish, balancing everything out in the end. Drink now."
yr. 2009 Wine Enthusiast:
82 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2009 on 01.01.2010 with 82 of 100 points.
"Lean and tart with sour citrus notes alongside jarring acidity and medium weight."
yr. 2008 Wine Enthusiast:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2008 on 01.01.2009 with 85 of 100 points.
"Fresh melon, tropical fruit, citrus and spice aromas and flavors are the hallmark of this friendly Chenin. Tangy, approachable fruit flavors and a long finish add to the appeal. Pair with everything from lobster salad to grilled chicken."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2008 with 85 of 100 points.
"With its spin of sweet flowers and spicy, lively apple flavors, this Chenin is both elegant and full of personality. A good, dependable, everyday white with a character that can take on richer foods. Balanced and pretty."
yr. 2006 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2006 on 01.01.2007 with 87 of 100 points.
"This is an example of a Chenin that balances all of its components extremely well. Tropical fruit and melon on the nose lead into flavors of citrus and more of the tropical lushness on the palate. The wine is lively and given a touch of restraint because of its minerality. A very appealing food wine at a very attractive price, once again proving that South Africa is a great source for high-quality value wines."
yr. 2011 Andreas Larsson - Tasted:
86 of 100 Points.
"Andreas Larsson - Tasted" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2011 with 86 of 100 points.
"Generous and rather ripe nose with apricot, plum and a hint of minerality; well balanced with juicy fruit, rounded acidity and medium length."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2005 with 86 of 100 points.
"A joint venture with the Myburgh brothers of Joostenberg and Jose Conde of Stark-Conde has produced an attractive, aromatic Chenin--it's very floral. It has good acidity, a fresh, soft easy style and lifted acidity to the finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands."
yr. 2021 Tim Atkin:
90 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2021 on 01.03.2022 with 90 of 100 points.
yr. 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards:
90 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2019 on 01.01.2020 with 90 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Wine Spectator:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2018 on 01.06.2019 with 85 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Decanter World Wine Awards:
91 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2018 on 01.06.2018 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2017 Decanter World Wine Awards:
88 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2017 on 01.06.2017 with 88 of 100 points.
yr. 2015 Wine Spectator:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2015 on 01.04.2016 with 86 of 100 points.
yr. 2014 Tim Atkin:
88 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2014 on 01.08.2015 with 88 of 100 points.
yr. 2010 Wine & Spirits Magazine:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine & Spirits Magazine" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2010 on 01.02.2011 with 86 of 100 points.
yr. 2010 Wine Spectator:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2010 on 01.11.2010 with 85 of 100 points.
yr. 2009 Wine Spectator:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2009 on 01.02.2010 with 86 of 100 points.
yr. 2008 Wine Spectator:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2008 on 01.02.2009 with 87 of 100 points.
yr. 2007 Wine Spectator:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "M.A.N. Family Wines MAN Vintners 'Free-Run Steen' Chenin Blanc" from the vintage 2007 on 01.02.2008 with 86 of 100 points.
