{"product_id":"a-a-badenhorst-the-curator-red-blend-swartland-coastal-region-south-africa-2024-copy","title":"A.A. Badenhorst 'The Curator' White Blend, Swartland, Coastal Region, South Africa 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"187\"\u003eA.A. Badenhorst ‘The Curator’ White Blend, Swartland, South Africa 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"666\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eA.A. Badenhorst Family Wines was founded in 2007 when cousins Hein and Adi Badenhorst restored a neglected farm on the granite slopes of the Paardeberg. Their approach—what they call “baie-dynamic”—leans on minimal intervention, dry farming, and a deep respect for Swartland’s natural ecosystem. ‘The Curator’ is Adi’s project highlighting select parcels from trusted growers across the region, focused on producing honest, expressive wines built for immediate enjoyment.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eWINEMAKER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adi Badenhorst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eFARMING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-intervention, “baie-dynamic” practices; dry-farmed bush vines, cover crops, minimal spraying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eVARIETY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chenin Blanc (majority), with Semillon (14%), Roussanne (13%), Viognier (9%), Grenache Blanc (6%), and Palomino (4%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eTERROIR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from multiple sites across Swartland, primarily on granite and slate soils. The warm, dry climate—moderated by Atlantic influence—yields ripe fruit balanced by natural acidity and mineral structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eVINIFICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented with minimal intervention, focusing on preserving varietal character and site expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eAGING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged in neutral vessels to maintain freshness and texture (specific vessels not specified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh and floral, with layered aromas of citrus, orchard fruit, and stone fruit backed by a subtle mineral edge. The palate is medium to full-bodied, showing notes of peach, citrus blossom, and a soft, nutty undertone. Rounded yet lifted, with a clean, mineral-driven finish that keeps it balanced and highly drinkable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eFOOD PAIRINGS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast chicken, seafood, creamy pastas, vegetable dishes, or mild curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"A.A. Badenhorst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43136776831042,"sku":"E4-CURATORWHITE","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/1023\/4946\/files\/Badenhorstwhite_5c8b7d57-e7d6-4a36-b939-5e1896026619.png?v=1774493019","url":"https:\/\/decantnapa.com\/products\/a-a-badenhorst-the-curator-red-blend-swartland-coastal-region-south-africa-2024-copy","provider":"DECANT Napa Bottle Shop \u0026 Bar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}