Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2025 / 750ml | ≈ $12.47Original ZAR 205.00≈ €11.10 · £9.38 | grootepost.shop ↗ |
2025 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 13.5 g/L
pH 3.3
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton/oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 30% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold. Origin Western Cape.
Tasting Notes
Nose: fresh apple, passion fruit, blackcurrant, minerality, oceanic notes, subtle hints of oak
Palate: dry, medium-bodied, vibrant lingering acidity, tropical fruits, strong mineral backbone, long fruit-driven finish
Critics Ratings FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 2025: Top 10
FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 2025Top 10
2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.73%
Residual Sugar 12.73 g/L
pH 1.5
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton/oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French Oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 30% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold.
Tasting Notes
Nose: minerality, tropical fruits
Palate: balanced, long lingering acidity
Critics Ratings Fine Wine Awards 2025: Gold
Fine Wine Awards 2025Gold
Trophy Wine Show 2025Gold
Fine Wine Awards 2024Gold
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.73%
Residual Sugar 12.73 g/L
pH 1.5
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton/oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French Oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 30% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold.
Tasting Notes
Nose: minerality, tropical fruits
Palate: balanced, long lingering acidity
Critics Ratings Veritas Awards 2024: Gold
Veritas Awards 2024Gold
Michelangelo Awards 2023Gold
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.18%
Residual Sugar 14.18 g/L
pH 3.8
Total Acidity 7.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton/oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French Oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 30% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black current, stone fruit, green apple, fynbos, kelp, sea-breeze, touch of oak
Palate: rich, layered, long, intense but not weighty, Darling minerality, vibrant acidity, leesy complexity, saline finish
Critics Ratings Concours Mondial du Sauvignon 2023: Silver
Concours Mondial du Sauvignon 2023Silver
Investec Trophy Wine Show 2023Bronze
Veritas Awards 2022Double Gold
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.18%
Residual Sugar 14.18 g/L
pH 3.8
Total Acidity 7.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton / oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French Oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 30% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black current, stone fruit, green apple, fynbos, kelp, sea-breeze, touch of oak
Palate: rich, layered, long, Darling minerality, vibrant acidity, leesy complexity, saline finish
Critics Ratings Investec Trophy Wine Show 2023: Silver
Investec Trophy Wine Show 2023Silver
Michelangelo Awards 2022Gold
Veritas Awards 2021Silver
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2021Bronze
Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2021Gold
Michelangelo Awards 2020Gold
Prescient Sauvignon Blanc Report 2020Top 10
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.18%
Residual Sugar 14.18 g/L
pH 3.8
Total Acidity 7.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton / oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French Oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 30% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black current, stone fruit, green apple, fynbos, kelp, sea-breeze, touch of oak
Palate: rich, layered, long, Darling minerality, vibrant acidity, leesy complexity, saline finish
Critics Ratings Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2021: Bronze
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2021Bronze
Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2021Gold
Michelangelo Awards 2021Double Gold
Michael Angelo 2020Gold
Sauvignon Blanc - Winemag Awards 2020Top 10 Award
2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.18%
Residual Sugar 14.18 g/L
pH 3.8
Total Acidity 7.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton / oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French Oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 30% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black current, stone fruit, green apple, fynbos, kelp, sea-breeze, touch of oak
Palate: rich, layered, long, Darling minerality, vibrant acidity, leesy complexity, saline finish
Critics Ratings Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2019: Silver
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2019Silver
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 13.5 g/L
pH 2.3
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc90%
Semillon10%
Region Darling
Soil Hutton / oakleaf
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South Facing
Vine Age planted 2001
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 8 months
Oak Types French Oak barrels
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon. 50% of the Sauvignon Blanc was fermented and aged for 8 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels. The remaining components were fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the fine lees. Vines planted 2001. Yield 7 t/ha. Irrigation supplementary. Trellising 5 wire extended moveable perold.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus, stone fruit, green apple, fynbos, kelp, sea-breeze, touch of oak
Palate: rich, layered, long, Darling minerality, vibrant acidity, leesy complexity, saline finish
Critics Ratings Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2019: Silver
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2019Silver
Shop prices
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Darling Hills Road, Darling, 7345, South Africa
Phone
+27 22 492 2825
Email
Owner
Nick Pentz (Pentz family)
Cellarmaster
Jannie de Clerk