π· Thorne & Daughters, Cat’s Cradle Swartland Chenin Blanc
Country: South Africa | Region: Swartland | Style: White Wine
Grape Variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
Producer: Thorne & Daughters
π A beautifully pure and textured Chenin Blanc β precise, bright, and mineral-driven.
π In the Glass:
Pale lemon-gold β luminous and elegant.
π On the Nose:
Fragrant and focused, with aromas of white stone fruit, ripe pear, and lemon thyme, layered over subtle hints of almond and a distinctive wet stone minerality.
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On the Palate:
Creamy and precise, delivering flavours of peach, citrus zest, and delicate herbs, balanced by vibrant acidity and a fine, chalky mineral texture. The finish is long, refined, and lingering.
π½οΈ Food Pairing:
Excellent with grilled seabass, herb-roasted chicken, creamy shellfish dishes, or goat cheese.
β³ Ageing Potential:
Impressive now, with the potential to evolve beautifully over 6β8 years, gaining added complexity.
β¨ Why Youβll Love It:
Thorne & Daughtersβ Catβs Cradle is a benchmark Swartland Chenin Blanc, offering a textural, mineral-rich expression with bright fruit and finesse β a must-try for lovers of precise, terroir-driven whites.


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