Thorne & Daughters Cat's Cradle Old Vine Chenin Blanc is an exquisite South African wine, exhibiting perfect balance between richness and delicacy. It opens with fragrant scents of white blossom, peach, and subtle spice, while on the palate, it delivers nuanced flavours of pear, apple, and honeyed melon, all supported by a taught thread of acidity. This wine upholds old vine Chenin Blanc's reputation for longevity, promising great potential for cellaring. Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, Cat's Cradle is a must-try for aficionados of nuanced, full-bodied white wines. Excellent alone or paired with seafood or creamy cheeses.

Tasting Notes

This is a very clear and bright expression of Chenin Blanc. On the nose, aromas of white peaches combine with ground almonds, frangipane and floral nuances. On the palate, the wine has a lovely creamy texture and a vibrant acidity balances the precise and concentrated flavours which endure on the lingering finish.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of the bountiful South African winelands, Thorne & Daughters winery is a hidden gem that every wine connoisseur should visit. A family-run establishment, it boasts of an intimate, personalised approach to viticulture and wine production.

The winery's journey rooted in 2010, laid at the hands of wine enthusiasts John and Tasha Seccombe. This is a couple whose shared passion for nature’s nectar led them to break ground, quite literally, on their endeavour. Their wines spoke for themselves, garnering international acclaim early on, notably around their elegant white blends. However, their catalogue has since announced the birth of a selection of equally charismatic and noteworthy reds.

The scenic Thorne & Daughters vineyard perpetuates the mission for an authentic, pure experience: the reduction of mechanical interventions, the embrace of the natural yeast process, and conscientious grape and barrel selection. These principal a commitment to preserving the integrity and character of each vine and ultimately, every precious drop.

For John and Tasha, their connection with the land doesn't merely serve an agenda for the production of top-tier wines - it is home. This is reflected in their humble, unassuming headquarters: an old cellar in Stellenbosch. Verdant and serene, this area is not only exquisite, but it provides the ideal condition, for cultivating the variety of grapes that bring Thorne & Daughters’ wonderful selection of wines to life.

Visitors are welcomed to the heart of the winery for a taste of the Seccombe family’s signature blend. Their cordial, expert staff offer immersive vineyard tours and engaging tasting experiences. Here, every sip of wine is a history lesson in and of itself, a journey, a story. Visit and become part of Thorne & Daughters cherished community and rapport with nature.

Please note while their hospitality is deeply rooted in friendliness and a generous pouring hand. Appointments for tastings and tours, are recommended in advance.

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