97 points Tim Atkin, MW: "[11.5%] It's always hard to pick a favourite among David and Nadia Sadie's superb array of whites, but this is mine in 2021. Sourced from a north-facing site on granite that's always picked early to retain acidity, Plat'bos is effortlessly balanced and complete, with salty minerality, lots of concentration, wax and lanolin undertones, spice and citrus flavours and a thrilling, energetic finish. 2024-2032. (2022)."
97 points Greg Sherwood MW (Decanter): "Based in Swartland, David and Nadia Sadie focus their efforts on organic, old and dry-farmed bushland. Plat’bos, from their single-vineyard range, is 100% Chenin Blanc from a vineyard planted in 1981 and farmed by the pair since late 2013. The grapes are grown on a northfacing slope and this was one of the earliest harvests of Chenin Blanc for the 2021 vintage. A fine crystalline example showing complex notes of white peach, juicy acids and a real translucent clarity. A fabulous example of excellence. Beverley Blanning MW: Yellow peaches and flint, good weight of rounded fruit, no heaviness and a distinctly mineral edge. Richness and honeyed notes on the finish, and creamy oak. Drink 2023-2030. (01/21/23)."
96 points James Suckling: "A complex nose of grilled lemons, peaches, grapefruit and flint. Medium-bodied with tight structure. Supple and persistent on the palate. Linear with real focus. Subtle and nuanced with subtle spice notes. Tannins keep things structured. Just gorgeous. Drink or hold. (10/24/22)."
93 points Anthony Mueller (Wine Advocate): "Bright and mineral with lime candy and lemon meringue aromas, the 2021 Plat'bos Chenin Blanc is illuminated with yellow apple essences in the glass. Medium to full-bodied, the wine is electric on the palate, showing an impressive 11% alcohol that sways with finesse and balance. The Chenin continues to grow in amplitude as it ends with a delicate mineral essence and electric energy that is food-friendly. Bravo!" Drink 2023-2036. (12/30/22)."
92 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2021 Chenin Blanc Plat'bos comes from granite soils; the vines were planted in 1981, and form the backbone of their main Chenin Blanc blend. This has an enticing nose with yellow stone fruit, nutmeg and light chamomile/white tea scents, a nutty element surfacing with time. The palate is very well balanced, perhaps the most weight of the four single vineyard Chenins, with a caressing and slightly spicy finish that lingers. Very fine. Drink 2023-2040. (08/22)."
92 points Wine Spectator: "There's well-tailored structure to this harmonious white, with a bit of breadth to the creamed apple, tangy tangerine peel, heather, green almond and ginger biscuit notes. But this retains a limber feel and vibrancy, with a streak of salinity defining the mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2031. 10 cases imported. (03/31/25)."
97 points Greg Sherwood MW (Decanter): "Based in Swartland, David and Nadia Sadie focus their efforts on organic, old and dry-farmed bushland. Plat’bos, from their single-vineyard range, is 100% Chenin Blanc from a vineyard planted in 1981 and farmed by the pair since late 2013. The grapes are grown on a northfacing slope and this was one of the earliest harvests of Chenin Blanc for the 2021 vintage. A fine crystalline example showing complex notes of white peach, juicy acids and a real translucent clarity. A fabulous example of excellence. Beverley Blanning MW: Yellow peaches and flint, good weight of rounded fruit, no heaviness and a distinctly mineral edge. Richness and honeyed notes on the finish, and creamy oak. Drink 2023-2030. (01/21/23)."
96 points James Suckling: "A complex nose of grilled lemons, peaches, grapefruit and flint. Medium-bodied with tight structure. Supple and persistent on the palate. Linear with real focus. Subtle and nuanced with subtle spice notes. Tannins keep things structured. Just gorgeous. Drink or hold. (10/24/22)."
93 points Anthony Mueller (Wine Advocate): "Bright and mineral with lime candy and lemon meringue aromas, the 2021 Plat'bos Chenin Blanc is illuminated with yellow apple essences in the glass. Medium to full-bodied, the wine is electric on the palate, showing an impressive 11% alcohol that sways with finesse and balance. The Chenin continues to grow in amplitude as it ends with a delicate mineral essence and electric energy that is food-friendly. Bravo!" Drink 2023-2036. (12/30/22)."
92 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2021 Chenin Blanc Plat'bos comes from granite soils; the vines were planted in 1981, and form the backbone of their main Chenin Blanc blend. This has an enticing nose with yellow stone fruit, nutmeg and light chamomile/white tea scents, a nutty element surfacing with time. The palate is very well balanced, perhaps the most weight of the four single vineyard Chenins, with a caressing and slightly spicy finish that lingers. Very fine. Drink 2023-2040. (08/22)."
92 points Wine Spectator: "There's well-tailored structure to this harmonious white, with a bit of breadth to the creamed apple, tangy tangerine peel, heather, green almond and ginger biscuit notes. But this retains a limber feel and vibrancy, with a streak of salinity defining the mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2031. 10 cases imported. (03/31/25)."
| Product SKU | 353997 |
| Producer | david & nadia |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| SubRegion | Stellenbosch |
| Varietal | Chenin Blanc |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 11.5% |
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