Brookdale Estate 'Mason Road' Chenin Blanc, Paarl, South Africa 2025

Brookdale Estate, situated in the foothills of the Klein Drakenstein mountains near Paarl, is guided by winemaker Kiara Scott and a philosophy that combines innovative sustainability with respect for terroir. The Mason Road range highlights expressive, accessible bottlings crafted with precision and a sense of place.

WINEMAKER: Kiara Scott
FARMING: Sustainable (vegan and vegetarian certified)
VARIETY: 100% Chenin Blanc
TERROIR: Sourced from vineyards planted in 1993 (old vines) and 2016 (young vines) in Paarl. Soils are decomposed granite and shale. The 2024 vintage was marked by a cold, wet winter and spring with flooding, followed by a hot, dry, and windy summer, resulting in an early and variable harvest with smaller yields but concentrated fruit.
VINIFICATION: Precooled fruit is destemmed and crushed, then lightly pressed; free-run juice is settled overnight. Fermentation in stainless steel. Aged 8 months on lees for texture and complexity, with 5% barrel-aged Chenin Blanc blended in before bottling.
AGING: 8 months on lees in stainless steel; 5% barrel-aged wine blended in
TASTING NOTES: Aromas evoke wild flowers, sun-dried linen, quince, bergamot, citrus, apple, pear skin, hay, and fynbos honey. The palate is vibrant and fresh, layered with golden apple, brioche, butter, and a hint of ginger spice. Finishes with pineapple, nutty sapidity, and mouthwatering acidity.
ALCOHOL: 12.5%
TOTAL ACIDITY: 6.0 g/L
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 2.8 g/L
pH: 3.25
FOOD PAIRINGS: Grilled seafood, Cape Malay curry, roast chicken, goat cheese, or summer vegetable salads.
SCORES:
OTHER: Vegan and vegetarian certified; screw cap closure.