2025 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
pH 3.41
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Ready to be enjoyed now but will age well for 6 – 7 years.
Region Swartland
Soil Mineral-rich decomposed, Granite
Harvest Dates Early February 2025
Fermentation Vessels Oak Foudre, Stainless Steel, Cement Tank
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 9 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 5000L foudres
Bottling Date February 2026
Production Details Leeuwenkuil practices dry-land viticulture due to the harsh, dry conditions where bush-vine vineyards thrive. These dry-land farmed, bush-vine vineyards, planted in mineral-rich decomposed, granite soil, deliver exceptionally low yields of quality fruit with depth, concentration and texture. After handpicking the grapes, they were whole-bunch pressed to retain their natural acidity. Some parcels were wild fermented in 5,000L French oak foudres, some in stainless steel tanks, and others in cement tanks; then aged for 9 months before blending and bottling. Harvest 2025 followed one of the longest, wettest winters but winter was followed by a very long dry spell. The 2025 harvest progressed on text-book timing allowing healthy pH, sugars & acid for a layered, nuanced vintage.
Tasting Notes
Nose: fresh quince, yellow stone fruit, subtle citrus
Palate: vibrant mineral freshness, chalky texture
Food Pairing roasted cauliflower spiced coconut cream curry, hearty seafood paella, goat's cheese & herb-crusted chicken roast
2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Residual Sugar 2.57 g/L
pH 3.36
Total Acidity 5.47 g/L
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Ready to be enjoyed now but will age well for 6 – 7 years.
Region Swartland
Harvest Dates Early February 2024
Fermentation Vessels Oak Foudre, Stainless Steel, Cement Tank
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 9 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 5000L foudres
Bottling Date Dec 2024
Production Details Leeuwenkuil practices dry-land viticulture due to the harsh, dry conditions where bush-vine vineyards thrive. These dry-land farmed, bush-vine vineyards deliver exceptional quality fruit with depth and texture. Harvest 2024 followed a long, wet winter, followed by a very long dry spell. Due to January's longest continuous high temperatures in 50 years, harvest started early and at a fast pace. After handpicking the grapes, they were whole-bunch pressed to retain their natural acidity. Some parcels were wild fermented in 5,000L French oak foudres, some in stainless steel tanks, and others in cement tanks; then aged for 9 months before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus blossom, quince, yellow apple
Palate: stone fruit, pithy character, fresh minerality
Food Pairing roasted cauliflower spiced coconut cream curry, hearty seafood paella, goat's cheese & herb-crusted chicken roast
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 3.7 g/L
pH 3.42
Total Acidity 5.84 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Ready to be enjoyed now but will age well for 6-7 years.
Region Swartland
Harvest Dates Middle to end of February 2023
Fermentation Vessels Oak Foudre, Stainless Steel, Cement Tank
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 10 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 5000L foudres
Bottling Date March 2024
Production Details Leeuwenkuil practices dry-land viticulture due to the harsh, dry conditions where bush-vine vineyards thrive. These dry-land farmed, bush-vine vineyards deliver exceptional quality fruit with depth and texture. The 2023 vintage followed a normal to good winter. Harvest started late due to cool spring and early summer conditions that allowed for healthy development of aromas and a healthy pH. After handpicking the grapes, they were whole-bunch pressed to retain their natural acidity. Some parcels were wild fermented in 5,000L French oak foudres, some in stainless steel tanks, and others in cement tanks; then aged for 10 months before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus blossom, quince, yellow apple
Palate: stone fruit, pithy character, fresh minerality
Food Pairing roasted cauliflower spiced coconut cream curry, hearty seafood paella, goats cheese herb-crusted chicken roast
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
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| Wine-SearcherLWIN 2217682 | — | — | wine-searcher.com ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
Vryguns Road, Windmeul, Paarl, 7630, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 865 2455
Owner
Willie and Emma Dreyer
Cellarmaster
Koos van der Merwe