The Wolftrap White 2024

Boekenhoutskloof love a Rhône blend, but here they’ve given it a typically South African twist by putting Chenin Blanc in the mix. And it works pretty well: the Chenin gives structure and drive, Viognier brings fruit and fragrance, and Grenache Blanc adds breadth and a touch of spice. Taken all together, you’ve got a rounded, textural wine with a nicely substantial mouthfeel. All at a quite modest price.

Versatile and food-friendly - its shape and texture suit everything from roast chicken to creamy pasta or mild curries.

Such is Boekenhoutskloof’s reputation that they’d arguably sit close to the top of the list of South Africa’s best producers. And, unusually for the big names, they come from Franschhoek rather than Stellenbosch or Constantia. Their range covers all bases, from good value wines like The Wolftrap and Porcupine Ridge ranges, through the hugely popular Chocolate Block, up to the prestigious wines bottled under their own name. Central to their success is Marc Kent, a winemaker, driving force and commercially astute businessman who in the 1990s helped turn a neglected Franschhoek farm into the internationally recognised producer they are today.