Other recent vintages:  2021   2020  

From high on the slopes of the Simonsberg mountains, this unique blend of Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Chenin Blanc, and Viognier reflects the terroir of our granite soil with dried apricot and pear aromas and a complex mineral flavour.

  • South Africa    Coastal Region    Simonsberg
  • 44%
    Marsanne
      32%
    Grenache Blanc
      22%
    Chenin Blanc
      2%
    Viognier
     
  • Alcohol
      12.5%
  • Certified sustainable
  • Harvest time
      Mid-February
  • Natural wine
  • Oak
      Part fermented and matured in 300 liter oak barrel for 9 months
  • Organic in conversion
  • Production
      276 cases
  • Residual sugar
      2.8
  • Soil
      Granite
  • Vegan
  • Vineyard aspect
      North/northwest
  • Vineyard elevation
      280-350m
  • Vineyard yield
      6
  • Award
      4.5 stars, Platter's South African Wine Guide (2022 vintage)
  • Award
      92 points, Tim Atkin MW (2022 vintage)

In the vines

Each component of the reserve blend carries different varietal characteristics and reflects slight soil differences between different vineyards on the estate. It is a true reflection of our terroir. Our Grenache Blanc (32%) grows as untrellised bush vines, giving the grapes even sun exposure and providing the blend with a ripe, sun-kissed taste. Marsanne (44%) provides an unctuous weight to the palate. Our heritage Chenin Blanc (22%) adds balanced acidity, herbaceous aromas, and a delicate mineral flavour. We select Viognier (2%) from two sites on the estate to give the finished wine a balanced character.

The wine

Upon arrival at the winery, the fruit is cooled to 5° Celsius overnight. Bunches are sorted whole and pressed into stainless steel tanks to settle. Primary fermentation occurs in 300 liter French oak barrels and large concrete tanks with wild yeast populations. The wine is kept on the lees for 9 months before bottling and stirred regularly to add weight and richness.

We carefully blend our estate Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Chenin Blanc, and Viognier to achieve a delicate balance of floral aromas and fruitful flavours. Each component brings a layer of complexity and nuance to the wine.