Description
Simonsig Langbult Steen 2024 is an old-vine Stellenbosch Chenin Blanc with a strong sense of site, combining concentration, texture, and bright natural acidity. Multiple picking dates bring different layers of ripeness and freshness to the final wine, while careful oak use adds shape without masking the fruit.
The nose opens with honeysuckle, white peach, ripe melon, lime zest, and a touch of ginger. On the palate, a vivid sherbet-like acidity cuts through the wine’s natural concentration, giving definition to the stone fruit and citrus flavors. The texture is smooth and velvety, with a mineral line carrying through to a mouthwatering, persistent finish. It would pair especially well with roast chicken, grilled fish, pork, or gently spiced dishes.
This is a structured Chenin Blanc that is expressive now, but its balance of acidity, texture, and concentration should allow it to develop well over the next several years.
The nose opens with honeysuckle, white peach, ripe melon, lime zest, and a touch of ginger. On the palate, a vivid sherbet-like acidity cuts through the wine’s natural concentration, giving definition to the stone fruit and citrus flavors. The texture is smooth and velvety, with a mineral line carrying through to a mouthwatering, persistent finish. It would pair especially well with roast chicken, grilled fish, pork, or gently spiced dishes.
This is a structured Chenin Blanc that is expressive now, but its balance of acidity, texture, and concentration should allow it to develop well over the next several years.
The grapes were harvested in five stages between January and February 2024, with each picking vinified separately. The first three batches were whole-bunch pressed to preserve freshness and purity, while the final two were destemmed and given 12 hours of skin contact to build texture and structure. After overnight settling, the juice underwent spontaneous fermentation in 300L and 400L French oak barrels. The wine matured for 11 months in a combination of 20% new oak, 30% second-fill barrels, and older neutral oak before the components were blended.
Winemaker : Johan Malan
Winemaker : Johan Malan
Named after the majestic views of the Simonsberg Mountain, Simonsig Estate is situated in the famous Stellenbosch Winelands just 45 km east of Cape Town.
Simonsig Wine Estate comprises 302 hectares with 210 hectares (518 acres) under vines. The ancient soil types consist of sandstone, decomposed granite and shale. All the vineyards receive supplementary irrigation.
The estate was voted top wine producer by no less than three South African wine competitions and bears numerous accolades, including South Africa's Top Shiraz and Woman Winemaker of the Year.
Simonsig Wine Estate comprises 302 hectares with 210 hectares (518 acres) under vines. The ancient soil types consist of sandstone, decomposed granite and shale. All the vineyards receive supplementary irrigation.
The estate was voted top wine producer by no less than three South African wine competitions and bears numerous accolades, including South Africa's Top Shiraz and Woman Winemaker of the Year.
