Reyneke Reserve White 2018
Standard - 75cl
- Vintage2018
- ABV13.5
- ColourWhite
- ProducerReyneke
- CountrySouth Africa
- RegionCoastal Region
- Sub RegionStellenbosch
- DesignationWO
- Bottle SizeStandard - 75cl
- Drinking RecommendationPast its ideal window — best enjoyed soon.
- Drinking Period2020 – 2024
- Avg. Critic Score4.3★★★★★★★★★★
Wine Critic Reviews
A welcome relief from the blandness of many commercial Sauvignon Blancs, this is an ambitious, dynamically farmed white from the brilliant team at Reyneke. Sappy, reductive and nettley, with a flinty note that's reminiscent of a great Pouilly-Fumé and a long, saline finish. 2020-24
- Drinking Window: 2020 - 2024
The 2018 White Reserve Biodynamic comprises whole-bunch-pressed Sauvignon Blanc fermented on the lees in barrel for 11 months. It has a beguiling nose that stops you in your tracks, presenting a mixture of yellow flowers, gooseberry tart, orange blossom and just a very slight reduction that works in its favor. The palate is wonderfully balanced, harmonious and nuanced, offering a fine bead of acidity and delicate kiwi fruit, nettle and dandelion notes intermixed with Granny Smith apples on the finish. Clever winemaking.
- Drinking Window: 2022 - 2032
- Reviewer Name: Neal Martin
- Review Date: April 2021