Tasting - The Royal Old Vines Chenin Blanc

Name: The Royal Old Vines Chenin Blanc
Variety: Chenin Blanc
Region: N/A
Country: South Africa
Year: 2012
Price: $7.95

Professional Review:

90 Points – Robert Parker

"One of the greatest buys I have tasted this year is this under $10, 100% Chenin Blanc from the Western Cape. A super flowery-scented nose includes notions of ripe honeydew melons and pears. This medium-weight, fresh, fruity, crisp, dry, textbook Chenin Blanc will provide immense pleasure over the next 12 months."

My Review:
This pale white wine smelled of pear on the nose. It was sweet and light. very easy to drink. I could taste the transition of flavors as I swallowed; it was not a smooth transition. This is not a 90 point wine in my opinion, though it was good. Maybe like an 85? Yea, 85 - Steven Tuhy, official score. Boom, first wine score.