A classic and classy Cape Chenin, whose first vintage was in 1997. Here, fruit from Beaumont's oldest vines - more than 40 years old - are barrel fermented and lees-stirred over 10 months to give great texture, weight and integrated oak spice, balanced by brisk acidity. Gorgeous fresh apple aromas are followed by more creamy baked apple and nutty flavours on a long, round palate.

The 2017 Hope Marguerite Chenin Blanc is an interesting wine. It has a classic acid line through the center of the palate like the rest of the Chenin Blanc in the range, but the expression is fuller on the nose and palate. This has a bright citrus core with weighty tropical fruit tones of fresh pineapple blossoms that fill the nose and flood the palate. There is also precision and mineral tension on its broad mid-palate. The grapes had to have been harvested at an earlier date to retain the classic Chenin Blanc identity. It has a structured balance with a long finish. This is a really enjoyable wine. I'm just now thinking about this wine with fresh seafood, and it is making me hungry and thirsty. 16,800 bottles were made.