Lusciously golden and intensely aromatic, this Chenin Blanc Straw Wine is a concentrated expression of sun-ripened fruit and refined winemaking. Layers of sundried apricot, pineapple syrup, and barley sugar unfold on the palate, lifted by notes of rock candy and a whisper of citrus. Despite its richness, a natural streak of acidity provides balance, ensuring a long, elegant finish that’s indulgent yet fresh. A rare dessert wine that delivers both opulence and finesse.
Crafted from handpicked Chenin Blanc grown on a high-altitude, southwest-facing vineyard, these grapes are gently dried on racks for weeks to intensify flavor and sugar. Once perfectly desiccated, we cold-soak and press them to extract rich, concentrated juice. Fermentation unfolds slowly over 35 days, stopping naturally at the ideal balance of sweetness, acidity, and alcohol.
Winemaker: Stuart Botha
Winemaker: Stuart Botha
South African Tokara winery, on the R310 outside Stellenbosch, is nestled among vineyards and olive groves on the crest of the Helshoogte Pass with sweeping views across False Bay and all the way to Table Mountain. With elevations of between 350m and 550m, soil profiles are of weathered sandstone and decomposed granite - the combination lending structure, perfume and longevity to their wines.
