Om symbolises the concept of universal creation. This word is also synonymous with peace. The vineyard is situated in the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge region (Heaven and Earth), a beautiful and peaceful place close to my heart. May this wine carry forward the peace that its place of creation inspires Origin: Place of the Gods Farm, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, Walker Bay, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa
This dryland vineyard is situated just 12 km from the sea and lies at 300 m above sea-level. The soils are granite origin with a significant portion of clay in the subsoil. Pinot noir clones are 115 and 667. The vineyard was planted in 2006. 2024 was honestly a great vintage! The conditions were just perfect for fruit-set and ripening. Some rain was experienced, but it did not linger, which meant the vines got a soil wetting and the fruit remained healthy. Cold nights were a significant factor of the vintage which is key for optimally functioning vines. This delivered real concentration and intensity, making for a powerful vintage which is possibly my favorite vintage to date! There are fine tannins on a big frame and the wines are supported by fresh acidity and ripe fruit. I love the tension, which should give good ageing potential.
