Jakkalsvlei Chenin Blanc is a fresh, juicy white wine from the Klein Karoo, produced by the family-run Jakkalsvlei winery on the Garden Route. The wine combines lime, white stone fruit, lychee, and ripe tropical fruit with a subtle hint of flint and a round, fruity finish.
This Chenin Blanc comes from the Klein Karoo, in the Western Cape.
Location / Origin: Jakkalsvlei is located near Herbertsdale, at the foot of the Langeberg mountains and about 40 km from the Indian Ocean.
Region: For Chenin Blanc, Jakkalsvlei uses grapes from the warmer and drier Klein Karoo. This origin gives the wine ripe fruit, while keeping the style fresh and lively.
Climate & Influences: The combination of dry heat, altitude, and the broader South Coast influence creates fruity wines with good tension and a clean finish.
Name: Jakkalsvlei literally means “Jackal’s Marsh.” The name refers to the foxes, jackals, and wild cats that were historically seen in the Langeberg and around the farms.
The vinification focuses on freshness, primary fruit aromas, and a pure Chenin Blanc style.
Fermentation: The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks. This keeps citrus, lychee, stone fruit, and fresh aromas clearly present.
Style: This Chenin Blanc is crafted as a fresh, fruit-driven white wine with a linear entry and a rounder finish.
Structure: The wine combines lively freshness with riper fruit in the finale, making it accessible yet versatile at the table.
Alcohol percentage: With 13% alcohol, the wine has enough body, while fresh acidity keeps it light and juicy.
This wine is made from Chenin Blanc.
Chenin Blanc – Klein Karoo: Chenin Blanc gives this wine its citrus, lime, white stone fruit, lychee, fresh acidity, and soft roundness. In this style, the grape remains bright and fruity, with a subtle mineral note.
