David Lawrason

Terre Noire is all dressed up in black, creating apt expectation of something a bit more mysterious and brooding....

John Szabo, MS

A terrific chenin from the black lands (Swartland, or "terre noire") of the Cape, gently smoky and flinty, with...

Michael Godel

Though “Reserve” is not included in this Ken Forrester chenin blanc’s nomenclature there is no denying the high level...

Sara d'Amato

Wild yeast fermented and aged 12 months in French oak, this 100% chenin blanc is full-flavoured and tart, nervy but...

Megha Jandhyala, S.J.D

This chenin blanc from the Swartland has a natural, unassuming charm to it. Fermented with natural yeast and aged in...

Jason Solanki

The subtle nose of medium to medium-high intensity has earthy, minerally, and leesy aromas accented by oak spices, apple, and orchard fruit notes. It's dry, medium to medium-full bodied with a creamy mouthfeel and oak influenced aroma replays on the flavour profile. Well-structured with very good, balanced acidity. Vanillin oak notes linger on the long finish. Tasted June 2024. Score: 90+ pts

Ken Forrester Terre Noire Chenin Blanc 2022