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Alheit Vineyards - Western Cape Cartology 2024
Alheit Vineyards - Western Cape Cartology 2024

Alheit Vineyards - Western Cape Cartology 2024

Western Cape|White wine

95/100

Robert Parker

94/100

James Suckling

93/100

Vinous

South Africa
Chenin
silky
juicy
filet mignon

"According to Vinous, it has a wonderfully persistent aroma: yet another success for the estate's iconic vintage!"

“[...] The 2024 vintage offers a clean palate, salinity, and freshness, along with rich texture and nuanced depth. Complex yet balanced, it embodies what Alheit simply describes as a Western Cape white wine. By bringing together terroirs shaped by ocean winds, ancient soils, and old vines, this wine reflects a distinct South African identity, rooted in both heritage and precision. It is an exciting wine [...] at an affordable price. 2026–2038” (Robert Parker 2026)

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Estate

Alheit Vineyards

Vintage

Cartology

Vintage

2024

Designation

Western Cape

Region

South Africa

Grape Varieties

92% Chenin blanc, 8% Sémillon

Regions

Soils composed of weathered granite; Chenin from the Skurfberg, Piekenierskloof, Perdeberg, Bottelary, False Bay, and Tygerberg vineyards; and Sémillon from the Franchhoek vineyard, with vines ranging from 35 to 82 years old, at elevations ranging from 60 to 760 meters depending on the vineyard, in a rainy climate

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Whole-cluster pressing, fermentation in oak casks, amphorae, and oval tanks

Livestock Farming

Aged on lees for 12 months (in the same wooden containers used for fermentation), then 5 months in tanks on fine lees; unfined and unfiltered

Alcohol content

13%

Eye

Straw yellow with golden highlights and a brilliant center

Nose

Fresh and vibrant aromas of ripe pear, citrus zest, and honeysuckle with alluring, herbaceous notes

Palate

A remarkable balance between rich aromas and crystalline freshness, with a silky texture and a long, elegant finish marked by a hint of saltiness

Serve

At 10-12°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink starting at

2025

Drink before

2040

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with a pork tenderloin, oven-baked turbot with a Muscadet sauce, or sautéed chicken...

More information at Alheit Vineyards

More information at Western Cape

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2026 guide) 95/100 (Extraordinary wine)

About the wine:

Alheit Vineyards’ Cartology Bush Vines 2024 is a blend of Chenin Blanc and 8% Sémillon. The Chenin comes from nine plots scattered throughout the Cape region, ranging in age from 40 to 60 years, while the Sémillon comes from vines approaching 90 years of age. Conceived as a study of cartography and terroir, Cartology brings together diverse soils and climates to offer a unique expression of the Western Cape. The 2024 vintage offers a clean palate, salinity, and freshness, along with rich texture and nuanced depth. Complex yet balanced, it embodies what Alheit simply describes as a Western Cape white wine. By bringing together terroirs shaped by ocean winds, ancient soils, and old vines, this wine reflects a distinct South African identity, rooted in both heritage and precision. It is an exciting wine, produced in large quantities (22,510 bottles, plus 240 magnums) at an affordable price. 2026–2038
Wine Spectator

Wine Spectator

Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)

Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100

About the wine:

Cartology 2024 is made from grapes harvested early in the morning, naturally fermented, and aged for 12 months on fine lees. It offers lively aromas of orange and kumquat, with well-defined notes of white linen in the background—aromas that need time to fully unfold. The palate is well-balanced, with a slightly waxy attack, quite spicy with a hint of white pepper, leading to a crisp and refreshing finish that lingers beautifully on the palate. One of Cape Town’s iconic wines continues to impress, but I recommend decanting it for an hour or two. 2026–2040
James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2025 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

It features enticing aromas of citrus zest, papaya, fresh herbs, honey, and blue cheese. It is creamy and full-bodied, with a delicious salty and savory character. Medium-bodied to full-bodied. 92% Chenin Blanc and 8% Sémillon from bush-trained vines in the Western Cape Province. Ready to drink or suitable for aging.
Tim Atkin

Tim Atkin

Rated winery (2020 guide) Recommended

No rating available

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