2025 A.A. Badenhorst, Secateurs Chenin Blanc, Swartland

The 2025 A. A.Badenhorst - Secateurs Chenin Blanc is a definitive expression of Swartland terroir, crafted from old-vine Chenin Blanc, often known locally as Steen, in South Africa.  Sourced from bush-trained vineyards on the Paardeberg Mountain, these vines thrive in decomposed granite and shale soils, benefiting from the region's warm, dry Mediterranean climate and the Badenhorst family's commitment to dryland farming and biodynamic practices.Adi and Hein Badenhorst's philosophy of minimal intervention ensures the wine truly reflects its origin, employing traditional methods like whole-bunch pressing, spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts, and aging in old casks.  The 2025 vintage notably showcases exceptional texture, palate weight, and concentrated flavors, a testament to the optimal ripeness achieved through careful viticulture and the unique character imparted by Swartland's ancient vines.