Darling Cellars Lime Kilns 2024
This is an example of what a Darling Chenin Blanc can produce. A wine with multiple layers of fresh green apple, guava, quince and yellow ripe peaches. Lees and skin contact add a rich creaminess to the wine that leaves a lingering mouthfeel, wishing for more.
Alc:14.47 RS:14.47 pH:4.7 TA:6.3 TSO2:30 FSO2:140
Blend: 100% Chenin BlancAppellation: Darling
Food Pairing Ideal pairing partners are trout, sushi or fresh line fish, roasted chicken and vegetables or a creamy chicken pasta dish.
Winemaker: André Scriven
Main Variety: Chenin Blanc
Style: Dry
Type: White
Body: Full
Taste: Fruity
Wooded: No
Organic: No
Kosher: No
Vegetarian: Yes
Pack Size: 750ml
Pack Type: Bottle
Vineyard
South western facing slopes on deep granite soils are the preferred sites for these vineyards. Bush vines vineyards with no irrigation.
Cellar
Crush and destalk, 6-12 hours skin contact, 21 days fermentation at 13°C. Reductive winemaking and left on lees in Stainless Steel tanks to add complexity and depth.
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This is an example of what a Darling Chenin Blanc can produce. A wine with multiple layers of fresh green apple, guava, quince and yellow ripe peaches. Lees and skin contact add a rich creaminess to the wine that leaves a lingering mouthfeel, wishing for more.