{"product_id":"keermont-white-blend-terrasse-2015","title":"Keermont White Blend Terrasse 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCloseout!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e65% Chenin Blanc, 13% Chardonnay, 17% Sauvignon Blanc and 5% Viognier\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA polished light yellow gold color, this wine has a bouquet of citrus blossom with hazelnut, lemon grass and butterscotch undertones. The wine has a soft sweet entry with a racy linear acidity. Ripe citrus and stone fruit flavours evolve into a lovely lingering dry earthy finish. This is a textured white wine with layers of flavour. Drink 2014-2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eReviews:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe 2015 White Blend Terrasse comprises 56% Chenin Blanc,\r\n17% Viognier, 14% Sauvignon Blanc and 13% Chardonnay, raised for 12 months in\r\nFrench oak. It has quite an aromatic bouquet of white peach, freshly sliced\r\ngrapefruit and a touch of lychee, all well defined and vivacious. The palate is\r\nvery well balanced with a slightly resinous, waxy opening, the Viognier here\r\nmaking its presence felt. There is a pleasant salinity on the finish with a\r\ngorgeous brightness and tension. This is a strong follow-up to the outstanding\r\n2014. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Wine Advocate, 93 pts\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Viognier component of\r\nthis Chenin Blanc-based blend with Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay was increased\r\nto 17% in 2015, but it was also picked earlier to retain acidity. The result is\r\na very harmonious cuvee: rose water, aniseed, tangerine, some stone fruit and a\r\ntangy, refreshing finish. 2017-21\"\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Tim Atkin (South Africa\r\n2017 Special Report), 93 pts\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis Chenin Blanc-based\r\nblend, with additional portions of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, is\r\ndelicate in nature, though complex and layered beneath it's reserved surface.\r\nIt boasts notes of apple flesh, melon rind, yellow flower, fynbos and beeswax\r\non the nose and mouth, with final impressions of orange pith and lemon zest on\r\nthe enduing finish. Harmonouos and well-balanced, it offers a pleasant, softly\r\nastringent texture that lends structure to the medium-weight palate and length\r\nto the close.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eDrink\r\nnow–2023. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e– Wine Enthusiast 93 Points\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This bristles with\r\nquinine, mirabelle plum, blanched almond and lemon pith notes, while crackling\r\nacidity runs underneath. Rich melon and yellow apple details fill in through\r\nthe finish, adding bass to match the treble. Chenin Blanc, Viognier, Sauvignon\r\nBlanc and Chardonnay. Drink now through 2019. 625 cases made.–JM\"\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Wine Spectator (May 31st\r\n2017), 92 pts\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keermont Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948925415471,"sku":"SA1EE245018WBS","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/keermontwb_ddba3841-4168-4925-aa96-ebdeeca8d413.jpg?v=1771485230","url":"https:\/\/timelesswinesdirect.com\/products\/keermont-white-blend-terrasse-2015","provider":"timelesswines.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}