Thorne & Daughters, Rocking Horse` Cape White Blend, 6x75cl

🍷 Thorne & Daughters ‘Rocking Horse’ Cape White Blend
Country: South Africa | Region: Western Cape
Appellation: WO Western Cape | Grape Varieties: A refined blend of Roussanne, Semillon, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc & Clairette Blanche
Style: White Wine | Winemaking: Wild fermentation, aged in old French oak barrels to preserve purity while building complexity and texture
Farming: Sustainable

🌟 A benchmark South African white blend—textural, expressive, and intricately layered with both richness and precision.

👁 In the Glass:
Pale gold with a gentle shimmer—elegant and inviting.

👃 On the Nose:
A captivating bouquet of yellow plum, kumquat, and lemon thyme. Notes of soft brioche and crushed oyster shell add savoury depth and coastal flair.

👅 On the Palate:
Opens broad and generous with ripe orchard fruit and subtle creaminess. A fine line of acidity quickly takes charge, drawing the palate into focus. Gentle tannins and a mineral core lend texture and persistence, finishing long and beautifully poised.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Stunning with grilled lobster, roasted chicken, creamy pastas, or burrata with olive oil and herbs. A versatile partner for both delicate seafood and richer dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Drinking beautifully now, but will evolve gracefully over 5–7 years, gaining more honeyed and savoury complexity.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Thorne & Daughters Rocking Horse is a masterclass in Cape blending—combining old-vine heritage and contemporary finesse. It’s a wine of balance, detail, and quiet power—built as much for serious cellaring as for slow, savoury sipping today. A true modern icon of South African white wine.