2008 Raats Family Wines Original Chenin Blanc Unwooded Coastal Region
Average Price: $11.99 
About Raats Family Wines
Bruwer Raats, a lover of Loire Valley wines, specializes in Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. His vibrant, sharply delineated Chenins -- there's an unwooded version and one aged in oak -- boast intriguing stony, herbal and floral nuances along with pure orchard and citrus fruit flavors. The Cabernet Franc routinely features an earthy, aromatic nose and juicy red fruit on the palate.
Bruwer Raats, a lover of Loire Valley wines, specializes in Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. His vibrant, sharply delineated Chenins -- there's an unwooded version and one aged in oak -- boast intriguing stony, herbal and floral nuances along with pure orchard and citrus fruit fla...
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Expert Reviews
Bright, pale yellow. Aromas of Granny Smith apple, lime and minerals, plus a granitic suggestion. Juicy and quite dry, with moderate intensity and thrust but a youthfully tart character. In a very shy stage today; this is almost too understated.
Expert Ratings
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 86 points
Wine Spectator: 88 points