Alheit Gone South Chenin Blanc 2022
By Christian Eedes, 25 October 2023
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Does the wine that could have been Magentic North 2022 deserve declassification? Grapes from two ungrafted Skurfberg vineyards, Chris Alehit felt it wasn’t quite up to standard and has released it as “Gone South” selling for around R450 a bottle whereas the last vintage of Magnetic North, which was 2020, went for around R810 (no 2021 due to a faulty tank gasket).
Alheit, I think, is being overcautious. Aromatics are beautiful – flowers, fynbos, hay, citrus and peach while the palate is vivid and compelling – concentrated fruit, electric acidity and a super-dry, slightly bitter finish. Great texture but also drive. Great proportions all-round. Some might say it lacks the depth of previous vintages whereas I would argue that it gains in elegance. Alc: 13%.
CE’s rating: 98/100.
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Jos | 25 October 2023
One of those that you only read about because it’s nearly impossible to get.
Gareth | 14 May 2024
You can buy it at Caroline’s, just saw it for sale now
Jos | 16 May 2024
Found it at Woodstock Liquors as well, for quite a bit cheaper
Danie | 26 October 2023
Ai Butch…I think they need to replace that faulty gasket 🙂