Ken Forrester 'Reserve' Chenin Blanc 2010 serious juice..Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Best Buys 2011 #65
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90 pts wine Enthusiast November 2011 Top 100 Best Buys 2011 #65
A strong toasty streak lines the essence of this beautiful Chenin Blanc, adding character to the apple and pear fruit core. The mouthfeel is full and rich without being overdone thanks to balanced acidity, while nuances of sweet spice, pie crust and wood-grilled Red Delicious linger well into the long finish. 90 pts Wine Spectator Smart Buys 4/30/12
Juicy and well-focused, with mouthwatering pear, fig and apple notes laced with brioche and persimmon. Shows good cut on the finish. Drink now through 2013. 92 pts Wine Advocate Aug 2011
Aged for 12 months in the same oak regime as the regular Chenin Blanc with the fruit picked a little riper, the 2010 Reserve Chenin Blanc has a well-defined bouquet with very well integrated oak and hints of hazelnut and spice. It has a very well balanced palate with powerful citrus fruits laced with lemon curd, orange essence, apricot and brioche that dovetail into a precise finish. This Chenin comes highly recommended, especially for the price. Drink now-2017+.
