2023 Olifantsberg Roussanne

94 pts
Olifantsberg |Breedekloof |Roussanne
Grown in the rugged, wind-swept vineyards of Breedekloof, this is a finely balanced, textural Roussanne that shows both freshness and depth.

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Sale price$38.00
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Description

Another full-flavoured, thought-provoking textural white wine here from South Africa that you really should try.

Perched high in the Breedekloof, Olifantsberg’s vineyards face strong winds, big temperature swings, and tough soils—exactly the kind of challenge that makes for seriously interesting wine. The Roussanne here ripens slowly, developing layers of flavour while holding onto its natural freshness.

This vintage is fragrant and textural, with notes of orange blossom, citrus zest, and gentle spice, all backed by a bit of waxy depth and a fine, pithy finish. Aged carefully to keep things balanced, it’s got just enough grip to make it food-friendly while still feeling bright and expressive.

A great match for roast chicken, spiced seafood, or anything creamy, this is a white with plenty of personality and the structure to age if you can resist drinking it now.

94 points
"Picked early for freshness, it has aromas of lychee, jasmine and rose petal, citrus and orange zest flavours and a nip of underlying tannin. 2025-40."
- Tim Atkin MW (2024 South African Wine Report)

94 points, "Well up to the high standard of its predecessors, this Roussanne deserves its billing as the best example of the variety in the Cape. Picked early for freshness, it has aromas of lychee, jasmine and rose petal, citrus and orange zest flavours and a nip of underlying tannin.
2025-40." - Tim Atkin MW (2024 South African Wine Report)

A wine with layered complexity, enhancing floral, spice and lifted fruit elements. Orange blossom top notes with an aromatic mix of dried coriander, ginger and citrus are underpinned by a linear citrus core with a waxy undertone and pithy finish.

Price Bracket $31 to $40
Type White
Body Full Bodied
Variety Roussanne
Country South Africa
Region Breedekloof
Reviewed By Decanter
Critic Score 94
Alcohol 14%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2023
Closure Cork

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