# Post House Stamp of Chenin (2019)

- **Producer:** Post House Vineyards
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chenin Blanc
- **Region:** Western Cape, South Africa
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Vegan:** No
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 18–19 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** meyer lemon, pear, pineapple, honeysuckle, peach, butter, vanilla, cream, cinnamon, honey, toasted nuts

## About this wine

The Post House Stamp of Chenin is a 100% Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch, South Africa. Produced by Post House Vineyards, this 2019 vintage is characterized by its unique aromatic complexity and a rich, balanced palate. The region of Stellenbosch is a significant contributor to the wine's quality and character, known for its excellent white wine production. The 2019 vintage is noted for its aging potential, suggesting a wine built for longevity.

## Interesting facts

- Fermented with natural yeasts for a more authentic expression.
- A portion aged in new French and American oak barrels.
- Minimal intervention: clarified with bentonite but not filtered.
- Produced in a limited quantity of just 900 bottles.

## Food pairing

The wine's creamy texture and subtle sweetness are complemented by rich, buttery dishes and ingredients like cheese and honey. Its bright acidity cuts through the richness of fats and proteins, while fruit notes can echo or contrast with food elements.

## Wine making process

The Post House Stamp of Chenin is produced from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes. Following crushing, the grapes are left on their skins for one hour before settling for a day. Fermentation is initiated with natural yeasts in barrels. The wine is aged on its lees, with a stirring regime that evolves over time. Clarification is achieved using bentonite, and the wine is bottled without filtration. Aging involves a split between new French and American oak (10%) and used barrels (90%).