Bosman ‘Adama’ White Blend 2024

Bosman ‘Adama’ White Blend 2020

Winemaking

The Chenin vineyards are located across our farm: at Schoon in the Voor-Paardeberg, in the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and along what we refer to as The Contours on the upper reaches of the Groenberg in the Bovlei, where the Grenache, Vermentino and Viura vineyards are also located. The various components were vinified separately and matured in French oak for four months before being blended together.

Chenin 65%; Grenache 20%, Vermentino 11% and Viura 4%.

Tasting Notes

All of the Chenin was matured in French oak for 7 months, of which 10% of the wood maturation was in new barriques. A crisp, golden yellow heart. White nectarine and slight green pineapple aromas are supported by a mixture of pithiness, almond and a touch of butterscotch. Generous flavours of stone fruit and marzipan develop in the glass, while the finish is lively with mineral accents.

Analysis

Alcohol: 13.0 %
Residual Sugar: 3.4 g/l
Total Acidity: 5.7 g/l
pH: 3.32
Wine of Origin: Western Cape

Special Notes

Adama, which means ‘from the soil’, was the nickname of Adam Appollis, the legendary patriarch of families who have been growing vines and making wine with the Bosman family over many generations. Today these same employees own a 26% share in the entire agribusiness and land.

This white blend reflects the cellar’s long-standing dedication to environmental and social sustainability which have been part of the Bosman philosophy over many generations. Today the employees on the estate own a substantial share in the business via the Adama Workers’ trust.

Adama White is an innovative white wine, a blend of two varietals that thrive in our local climate. It is an authentic rendition of elegant, modern winemaking, paying homage to the rich heritage of the families on the farm.