If you’re ever in South Africa, you can’t afford to miss this unique estate. For good reason, Le Chant vineyard embodies an enduring winemaking relationship, blending the heritage of the old world with the contemporary new world.
Location
Le Chant is located on what were once four separate estates, the center of which was known as Eikenhof, a winery in the Polkadraai Hills of Stellenbosch, east of Cape Town.
The vineyard benefits from an atypical terroir. The area is characterized by gently rolling hills at altitudes ranging from 220 to 280 meters above sea level. The slopes face mainly south and southwest, exposing them to refreshing sea breezes from the surrounding bays.
Thanks to a sunny, windy microclimate, Le Chant grapes retain their acidity, which translates into a nervous acid tension on the palate when tasted. Freshness guaranteed!
Values
French flair and South African determination have long been interwoven into the fabric of Cape Town, a collaboration that spans centuries, each contributing to the rich and respected heritage of South Africa’s fine wines.
Le Chant embodies this enduring wine relationship. Indeed, Oddo Vins & Domaines is committed to producing exceptional, classic, distinctive and pure wines.
For many years, the cockerel was the personification of French flair. It’s when he sings at the top of his lungs (Le Chant) that he reveals his confidence, pride and determination to the world.
So it was these shared characteristics, combined with South African resilience, that led the owners to sing and drink in unison.
Flagship vintages :
From the Polkadraai region, the characteristic blend of Le Chant wines is based on Merlot, while harmonizing classic Bordeaux grape varieties with Shiraz and Sangiovese. The result is an intriguing, vibrant wine that lingers on the palate and can age for another 8-10 years.
Le Chant rouge: a wine of intriguing character, vibrant on the palate and with great finesse. This elegance is complemented by fresh floral notes on the nose, subtle underlying red berries and spices that reveal themselves as the wine ages in the glass. Rated 93/100 by Tim Atkin, this Polkadraai is a pure gustatory delight!
Le Chant blanc: Rated 91/100 by Tim Atkin, this wine has a full, rich mouthfeel with layered aromas of stone fruit, white apple and a hint of orange blossom. A balanced interplay of oak, acidity and fresh minerality on the mid-palate. Transcendent freshness that will enable this wine to age for more than 5 years. It’s sure to tantalize your taste buds when you open this bottle!
So, you’re off on a taste journey to South Africa? 🇿🇦
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