Platter's Wine Guide 2022 - 4.5 Stars (94)Veritas Awards 2021 - Double Gold & Duimpie Bayly Veritas Vertex AwardTim Atkin Report 2021 - 93 PointsMundus Vini 2021 - SilverDecanter World Wine Awards 2021 - Silver
WINEMAKERJohan Jordaan ORIGINCoastal region TERROIR / SOILDecomposed granite and clay subsoil VINEYARD AND CLIMATE CONDITIONSFor slow ripening and ultimate flavour development, the coolest slope was chosen. Foliage management was done to enhance fertility in the vines and to expose the grapes to more sun, thereby enhancing skin thickness for higher extraction, intensity and assisting with phenolic ripeness. WINEMAKINGGrapes were hand-harvested, pre-cooled, de-stemmed and individually sorted to remove unwanted berries. Fermentation took place in stainless-steel tanks for up to 21 days. Malolactic fermentation and maturation took place in 300L French oak barrels for 18 months (60% first fill; the balance second fill). Before blending, the wines were crafted individually to address the unique needs of each varietal so that each could reach its highest potential. Selective tasting from the barrels determined the composition of the blend. Expert blending has ensured harmony between the five varietals. The wine has achieved the ultimate balance between fruit, palate volume, oak extract and tannin – all without losing each varietal’s innate quality and unique sense of place. DOWNLOAD TASTING NOTE