Rachels Chenin Blanc
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled white fish, roast chicken, mild vegetable curry
✨ Technical Specifications
Named after the cherished figure of Rachel, who according to local estate lore frequented the crystal-clear spring on the historic Boschendal property, this Chenin Blanc captures the bright, graceful spirit of its namesake. Sourced from prime vineyards across the Coastal Region, the grapes benefit from diverse soils and cooling maritime breezes. The winemaking process focuses on preserving the grape's natural vibrant fruit character, utilizing cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by a period of lees contact to impart a subtle creaminess and textured mouthfeel to the wine's lively citrus and tropical fruit profile.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1685 by French Huguenot Jean le Long, Boschendal is one of South Africa's oldest and most prestigious wine estates, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Groot Drakenstein and Simonsberg mountains between Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Steeped in Cape Dutch architectural heritage, the estate champions regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, and sustainable vineyard management across diverse soils and microclimates. Renowned for pioneering Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines alongside its celebrated 1685 range, Boschendal excels in crafting crisp Sauvignon Blancs, layered Chardonnays, and elegant, structure-driven reds such as Shiraz and Cabernet blends. Each bottling captures the vibrant terroir and historical depth of the Western Cape with balance, sophistication, and timeless longevity.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chenin Blanc
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13-13.5%