Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2024 / 750ml | ≈ $9.62Original ZAR 160.00≈ €8.55 · £7.27 | mlfwines.com ↗ |
| Lowest shop price | 2024 / 750ml | ≈ $21.12Original CHF 17.50 | terravigna.ch ↗ |
2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.41
Total Acidity 5.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now and best served at 10 to 12 C.
Region Swartland
Soil Decomposed granite soils of the paardeberg
Vineyard Yield 30 hL/ha
Harvest Dates February 8-16, 2024
Vine Age 46+ years
Fermentation Vessels Tank, Older French Oak Barrels
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Volume 30,741 bottles
Bottles30,741
Production Details Grapes came from two sustainably farmed 46+ year-old dry-land bush-vine Chenin parcels in the Paardeberg. The grapes were chilled in a cold room, pressed whole-bunch, settled overnight, then fermented with indigenous yeasts in tank and a few older French oak barrels for approximately six weeks before blending, final settling, and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, petrichor minerality
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft texture, round texture, pithy character, fresh length
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.57
Total Acidity 5.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now and best served at 10 to 12 C.
Region Swartland
Soil Stony shale and schist soils of kasteelberg; decomposed granite soils of the paardeberg
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates February 8-17, 2023
Vine Age 42 years; 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Tank, Older French Oak Barrels
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Bottling Date May 17, 2024
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Volume 57,000 bottles
Bottles57,000
Production Details Grapes came from three sustainably farmed vineyard parcels in the Swartland: one 42-year-old Chenin parcel on Kasteelberg, plus two 40+ year-old dry-land bush-vine parcels on the Paardeberg. The grapes were chilled in a cold room, pressed whole-bunch, settled overnight, then fermented with indigenous yeasts in tank and older French oak barrels for approximately six weeks before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft texture, round texture, pithy character, fresh minerality
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 1.8 g/L
pH 3.56
Total Acidity 5.4 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now and best served at 10 to 12 C.
Region Swartland
Soil Stony shale and schist soils of kasteelberg; decomposed granite soils of the paardeberg
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates February 8-17, 2022
Vine Age 40 years; 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Tank, Older French Oak Barrels
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Bottling Date September 12, 2022
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Volume 57,000 bottles
Bottles57,000
Production Details Grapes came from three sustainably farmed vineyard parcels in the Swartland: one 40-year-old Chenin parcel on Kasteelberg, plus two 40+ year-old dry-land bush-vine parcels on the Paardeberg. The grapes were chilled in a cold room, pressed whole-bunch, settled overnight, then fermented with indigenous yeasts in tank and older French oak barrels for approximately six weeks before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft texture, round texture, pithy character, fresh minerality
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 1.8 g/L
pH 3.48
Total Acidity 5.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window beautifully now and best served at 10 to 12 °C
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates February 8-17, 2021
Vine Age 40 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Tank
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 1.4 months (42 days)
Bottling Date October 10, 2021
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details The grapes were chilled in a cold room then pressed whole-bunch, which allowed for the juice to settle overnight. The juice was then racked to tank and older French oak barrels for fermentation with indigenous yeasts and this process lasted approximately six weeks. The barrels were then racked, blended with the tank fermented portion and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft, round texture, pithy character, fresh minerality
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 1.5 g/L
pH 3.43
Total Acidity 5.3 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates February 1-11, 2020
Vine Age 38 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French
Bottling Date August 25, 2020
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Grapes are chilled in a cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice is allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and older French oak barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts and lasts up to 6 weeks. The barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and then bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft, round texture, pithy character, fresh, mineral finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.4
Total Acidity 5.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates 1st February-11th February 2019
Vine Age 38 year old, 40+ year-old
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French
Bottling Date 11 July 2019
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Grapes are chilled in a cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice is allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and, as with all our wines, no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and older French oak barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts and lasts up to 6 weeks. The barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and then bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft, round texture, pithy character, fresh, mineral finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2.1 g/L
pH 3.48
Total Acidity 4.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates 1st February and 11th February 2018
Vine Age 37 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French
Bottling Date 12 July 2018
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Grapes are chilled in our cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice is allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and, as with all our wines, no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and older French oak barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts and lasts up to 6 weeks. The barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and then bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft texture, round texture, pithy character, fresh, mineral finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 1.4 g/L
pH 3.55
Total Acidity 4.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now and best served at 10 to 12 °C.
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates February 1-11, 2017
Vine Age 36 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French
Bottling Date October 24, 2017
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Grapes are chilled in our cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice is allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and, as with all our wines, no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and older French oak barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts and lasts up to 6 weeks. The barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and then bottled.
Tasting Notes
sun ripened pears, wet granite, vibrant acidity, soft texture, round texture, pithy character, fresh finish, mineral finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 3.4 g/L
pH 3.66
Total Acidity 4.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drinking beautifully now and best served at 10 to 12 ˚ C.
Region Swartland
Soil Stony shale, Schist, Decomposed granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates 1st February and 11th February 2016
Vine Age 35 year old, 40+ year-old
Fermentation Vessels Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French
Bottling Date 28 August 2016
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Grapes are chilled in our cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice is allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and, as with all our wines, no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and older French oak barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts and lasts up to 6 weeks. The barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and then bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft, round texture, pithy character, fresh, mineral finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2015 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 3.2 g/L
pH 3.43
Total Acidity 5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates 1st February and 14th February 2015
Vine Age 34 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French
Bottling Date 28th August 2015
Sulfites 119.0 ppm
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Grapes are chilled in a cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice is allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and, as with all our wines, no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and older French oak barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts and lasts up to 6 weeks. The barrels are then racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and then bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft texture, round texture, pithy character, fresh, mineral finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2014 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2.9 g/L
pH 3.25
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 24 hL/ha
Harvest Dates February 1-14, 2014
Vine Age 34 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French
Bottling Date August 14, 2014
Sulfites 75.0 ppm
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Grapes are chilled in a cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice is allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and, as with all our wines, no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and older French oak barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts and lasts up to 6 weeks. The barrels are then racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and then bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: vibrant acidity, soft round texture, pithy character, fresh, mineral finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2013 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2.9 g/L
pH 3.13
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 18 hL/ha
Harvest Dates January 28 - February 7, 2013
Vine Age 33 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Bottling Date July 21, 2013
Sulfites 97.0 ppm
Serving Temperature 10 to 12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Hand-picked grapes are cooled in a cold room, then pressed whole-bunch. The juice is allowed to settle overnight. 20ppm SO2 is added. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and 5 year old barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts, and lasts up to 6 weeks. After malolactic fermentation, the barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: full, rich, mineral, spicy finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2012 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.08%
Residual Sugar 2.8 g/L
pH 3.48
Total Acidity 5.4 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Swartland
Soil Shale, Schist, Granite
Vineyard Yield 18 hL/ha
Harvest Dates January 26 - February 6, 2012
Vine Age 32 years, 40+ years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Bottling Date July 25, 2012
Sulfites 77.0 ppm
Serving Temperature 10 to 12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Hand-picked grapes are cooled in a cold room, then pressed whole-bunch. The juice is allowed to settle overnight. 20ppm SO2 is added, and no other additions are made. The juice is then racked to tank (85%) and 5 year old barrels (15%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts, and lasts up to 6 weeks. After malolactic fermentation, the barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: sun ripened pears, wet granite
Palate: mineral, spicy
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2011 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Residual Sugar 1.3 g/L
pH 3.37
Total Acidity 4.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Swartland
Soil Stony shale, Schist, Decomposed granite
Vineyard Yield 18 hL/ha
Harvest Dates January 28 - February 7, 2011
Vine Age 31 year-old, 40+ year-old
Fermentation Vessels Tank, Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Bottling Date May 11, 2011
Sulfites 66.0 ppm
Serving Temperature 10-12°C · 50-54°F
Production Details Hand-picked grapes are cooled in a cold room, then pressed whole-bunch. The juice is allowed to settle overnight. 20ppm SO2 is added. The juice is then racked to tank (80%) and 5 year old barrels (20%) for fermentation. Fermentation is with indigenous yeasts, and lasts up to 6 weeks. After malolactic fermentation, the barrels are racked and blended with the tank fermented portion and bottled.
Tasting Notes
pale straw in colour, sun ripened pears, wet granite, full, rich, mineral, spicy finish
Sources: mlfwines.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2024 / 750ml | ≈ $21.12Original CHF 17.50 | terravigna.ch ↗ |
| Wine-SearcherLWIN 1363694 | — | — | wine-searcher.com ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
Roundstone Farm, Riebeeksrivier rd, Riebeek Kasteel, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0) 21 569 3010
Email
Owner
Chris &
Andrea Mullineux
Andrea Mullineux
Cellarmaster
Andrea Mullineux