Where sandy slopes meet careful hands, and Chenin and Semillon find quiet harmony

The Roodekrantz Sandy Slopes 2024 is a finely tuned white blend that captures the character of the Bottelary Hills through a thoughtful combination of Chenin Blanc and Semillon. Sourced from carefully selected vineyard parcels on sandy, granitic slopes, the wine reflects the estate’s focus on site expression and minimal intervention winemaking. Each component is vinified separately, with gentle handling in the cellar to preserve purity, freshness and texture before final blending. The result is a wine that balances bright energy with subtle depth and a quietly layered complexity.

Tasting notes: Pale straw in the glass with lifted aromas of white peach, citrus blossom and ripe pear, supported by subtle notes of dried herbs and wet stone. The palate is fresh and precise, showing crisp orchard fruit, lemon zest and stone fruit framed by a gentle creamy texture from the Semillon component. A fine line of acidity brings tension and drive, while the finish is clean, mineral and lightly savoury with a lingering citrus edge.

Food pairing: A vibrant and textured white blend that pairs effortlessly with fresh, flavour-driven dishes. Grilled Line Fish: Lightly seasoned hake or kingklip enhances the wine’s citrus lift and mineral backbone. Roast Chicken: Herb-roasted chicken brings out the wine’s soft stone fruit and gentle texture. Seafood Pasta: Creamy lemon or garlic seafood pasta complements its balance of freshness and weight. 

ANALYSIS: ALC 13.0% | TA 5.8 g/L | pH 3.32 | RS 2.1 g/L