The Wolftrap White 2021 is a Western Cape white blend from Boekenhoutskloof, combining Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc.

The 2021 vintage was shaped by moderate, cool growing conditions that slowed ripening and supported excellent grape quality.

Viognier contributes rich, ripe fruit and peach-melba character, Chenin Blanc provides freshness and acidity, and Grenache Blanc brings gentle yellow-plum notes, zestiness and elegance.

The result is an approachable yet sophisticated white wine with generous fruit, integrated acidity and enough structure to accompany complex dishes.

Boekenhoutskloof describes 2021 as a vintage marked by moderate weather conditions and slow ripening.

The overall growing season was cool, with rainfall supporting flowering, fruit set, soil moisture and healthy vineyard canopies.

The majority of the grapes for the white blend came from Swartland, and the estate considers the wine representative of that profile.

• 39% Viognier
• 38% Chenin Blanc
• 23% Grenache Blanc

Viognier provides ripe aromatic fruit, Chenin Blanc contributes acidity and layered mid-palate fruit, while Grenache Blanc adds yellow-plum character, freshness and elegance.

Appearance

Light golden straw.

Nose

Lively and inviting, with yellow apple, ripe lemon, greengage and lemon verbena, accompanied by gentle notes of clove, nutmeg and ginger.

Palate

Citrus and spice carry through to flavours of Cape gooseberry, white peach, fresh pineapple and a hint of lemon curd.

The mid-palate is smooth, round and fleshy while remaining focused, with integrated acidity and a subtle touch of oak.

Finish

Fresh, with lingering lemongrass and angelica.

Medium to full-bodied, with generous fruit balanced by integrated acidity and a subtle oak influence.

The wine combines an easy-drinking character with enough depth and sophistication to pair with more complex dishes.

The Wolftrap White 2021 is certified as Wine of Origin Western Cape, South Africa.

The majority of the grapes for the blend originate in Swartland, while the wine is made, matured and bottled by Boekenhoutskloof in Franschhoek.

• Country: South Africa
• Wine of Origin: Western Cape
• Principal Grape Source: Swartland
• Producer: Boekenhoutskloof

• Producer: Boekenhoutskloof
• Wine: The Wolftrap White
• Vintage: 2021
• Wine Type: White Wine
• Origin: Western Cape, South Africa
• Blend: 39% Viognier, 38% Chenin Blanc, 23% Grenache Blanc
• Alcohol: 13.01% vol.
• Residual Sugar: 2.6 g/L
• Total Acidity: 5.3 g/L
• pH: 3.34
• Dietary: Vegan

Serve well chilled at approximately 8–10°C to highlight its fresh citrus, stone-fruit and aromatic character.

Allowing the wine a few minutes in the glass can reveal more of its peach, spice and rounded mid-palate character.

Pair with grilled or roasted chicken, seafood, prawns, creamy pasta, curries, mildly spiced Asian dishes, soft cheeses and dishes with citrus or aromatic herbs.

The Wolftrap White 2021 brings together three complementary varieties particularly effectively: Viognier supplies aromatic richness, Chenin Blanc adds freshness and structure, and Grenache Blanc contributes elegance and gentle zest.

Its combination of ripe fruit, spice, refreshing acidity and subtle oak makes it an unusually versatile white blend for both casual drinking and food pairing.