Brookdale Estate Mason Road Paarl Chenin Blanc 2022

The Mason Road Chenin Blanc is made from the oldest vines that could be salvaged when the estate was acquired, with blocks from 1985 and 1993 adding depth and concentration to the blend. Situated at the foot of the Du Toitskloof Pass, the vineyard is planted in granite-rich soils with clay and quartz. The clay element offers high water retention properties and releases much-needed water during the warm summer months. The lowest part of the estate is 220 metres above sea level, climbing to 330m at the highest part. At this altitude, the vines are exposed to strong winds that naturally reduce yields and offer a much-needed cooling influence in Paarl's warm, dry climate. The Chenin Blanc vines are trellised, and the vineyard is manually cultivated, with a commitment to sustainable farming. Natural predators are used instead of pesticides, and the vines are hand-harvested.