2021 Gabrielskloof Elodie

Community Tasting Notes (2) Avg Score: 86.5 points

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  5/14/2024 - ELEVAGE_PCB wrote: 87 Points

  1. Appearance
  Clarity: Clear
  Intensity: Medium
  Color: Pale gold, suggesting a rich texture and careful winemaking that may involve some oak or extended lees contact.
  
  2. Nose
  Condition: Clean
  Intensity: Medium to high
  Aroma/Bouquet:
  Fruit: Ripe apple, pear, and hints of tropical fruits like pineapple and mango
  Flower: Subtle floral notes, such as white blossoms or a hint of honeysuckle
  Earth: Minimal earthiness, with a greater emphasis on mineral complexity
  Mineral: Wet stones or flint, reflecting the soil's influence on the wine's character
  Wood: If used, oak is well-integrated, providing a background of vanilla and subtle spice without overwhelming the fruit
  
  3. Palate
  Sweetness: Dry
  Acidity: High – zesty and invigorating, balancing the richness of the fruit
  Tannin: N/A – not applicable for this white wine
  
  Flavor Character:
  Fruit: Continuation of layered fruit flavors, with apple and pear becoming more pronounced, and tropical nuances adding depth
  Flower: Delicate floral touches enhance the aromatic profile
  Earth: Very light, keeping the focus on freshness and minerality
  Mineral: Prominent mineral streak that adds to the structure and finish
  Wood: Gentle oak influence, if present, adds complexity with notes of toast and a creamy texture
  
  Body/Alcohol: Medium-bodied, with a balanced alcohol level that supports the wine’s flavors without dominating
  
  Length: Long, with a clean, mineral-driven finish that lingers with fruity and floral notes
  
  Conclusion
  
  Quality with Respect to Price: The 2021 Gabrielskloof Elodie Chenin Blanc is often considered a high-quality wine that offers complexity and elegance. It is priced to reflect its quality, providing good value for those seeking a sophisticated Chenin Blanc from South Africa.
  
  Maturity with Respect to Ageing: This wine can be enjoyed now for its freshness and vibrancy but also has the potential to age gracefully for several more years, during which it may develop richer, more nuanced flavors.
  
  Food and Wine Pairing: Excellent with seafood dishes such as grilled fish or scallops, as well as poultry and pork. Its acidity and complexity also make it a great match for creamy sauces and spicy dishes.

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  8/11/2023 - grapenomad wrote: 86 Points

  Tasted alongside two great Chenins from the Loire and Margaret River in the same price range, wasn't overly excited by how this delivered. Moderate lemon in the glass. Subtle, not overly pronounced aromas of pear, green apple, peach and some new oak aromas in the background. Very ordinary, very classic. Balanced, yes, but not overly complex. Doesn't excite me much.

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