Ken Forrester, Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc, 2017

For consistently drinkable and amazing value South African Chenin Blanc look no further than Ken Forrester’s Old Vine Reserve bottling. Considered the ‘King of Chenin’, this full-bodied and complex wine comes from hand-harvested, old bush vine grapes that were barrel and tank fermented twice on their lees for character and structure. Notes of melon, apricot, pineapple and spiced baked apple come through alongside a zesty minerality and soft creaminess from the lees. A lovely balance between fresh fruit and delicate oak handling. A fantastic, easy-drinking white wine and excellent value at less than £15 - buy to drink now and to put away. (In contrast, the 2007 is also showing incredibly well at the moment proving the ageing ability of these wines.)