2025 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window 2025-2030
Region Wellington
Soil Decomposed granite
Brix at Harvest 23.0°
Vine Age planted 1979-1984
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Amphora Clay Pot, Concrete Egg
Oak Aging 12 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L
Production Details Grapes, from Certified Heritage Vineyards planted in decomposed granite soils between 1979-1984 and yielding only 4 tons/ha, were harvested at 23°B in the early morning hours to retain its freshness and fruity characters. After de-stalking and crushing, the juice was fermented in a combination of 1st and 2nd fill 500L French oak barrels, Amphora clay pots and concrete eggs. The wine was matured in these same vessels for a period of 12 months, with regular batonnage (stirring of the lees) to enhance complexity.
Tasting Notes
Nose: lemon zest, pineapple, yellow stone fruit, vanilla, toasted almonds, butterscotch
Palate: creamy entry, fleshy textured mouthfeel, stone fruits, citrus, yellow apple
Food Pairing roast chicken with lemon, thyme and garlic, pan-seared scallops with brown butter and almonds, pork belly with apple puree or cider glaze, grilled line fish with beurre blanc or lemon butter sauce, baked cheesecake with lemon zest
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin MW SA Report 2025: 92 points
Tim Atkin MW SA Report 202592 points
2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.33%
Residual Sugar 2.9 g/L
pH 3.43
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window 2024-2030
Region Wellington
Brix at Harvest 23.0°
Vine Age planted 1979-1984
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 12 months
Lees Aging 1 year
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L and 700L
Sulfites 136.0 ppm
Production Details Grapes, from Certified Heritage Vineyards planted between 1979-1984, yielding only 4 tons/ha, were harvested at 23°B in the early morning hours to retain its freshness and fruity characters. After de-stalking and crushing, the juice was fermented in a combination of 1st and 2nd fill 500L and 700L French oak barrels. The wine was matured in the same barrels for a period of 12 months, with regular batonnage (stirring of the lees) to enhance complexity.
Tasting Notes
Nose: marmalade, citrus peel, bruised apple, peach, apricot, ripe pineapple, oak spice, butter, lemon meringue
Palate: soft, supple, rounded, textured, citrus, yellow apple, butterscotch, dried pineapple
Food Pairing rich and creamy poultry dishes, cream-based pastas, spicy Asian cuisine, lobster, prawns, veal, crispy pork belly, creme brulee, lemon cheesecake
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.75%
Residual Sugar 3.8 g/L
pH 3.5
Total Acidity 6.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window 2022-2029
Region Wellington
Brix at Harvest 23.0°
Vine Age 43-year-old
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 12 months
Lees Aging 1 year
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L and 700L
Sulfites 143.0 ppm
Production Details Grapes, from 43-year-old bush vine vineyards yielding only 4 tons/ha, were harvested at 23°B in the early morning hours to retain its freshness and fruity characters. After de-stalking and crushing, the juice was fermented in a combination of 1st and 2nd fill 500L and 700L French oak barrels. The wine was matured in the same barrels for a period of 12 months, with regular batonnage (stirring of the lees) to enhance complexity.
Tasting Notes
Nose: oak spice, vanilla, cinnamon, butterscotch, pear, apricot, melon
Palate: creamy texture, fresh acidity, ripe melon, yellow apple, buttered toast
Food Pairing rich and creamy poultry dishes, cream-based pastas, spicy Asian cuisine, lobster, prawns, veal, crispy pork belly, creme brulee, lemon cheesecake
Critics Ratings Veritas Wine Awards 2024: Double Gold (93 points)
Veritas Wine Awards 2024Double Gold (93 points)
Tim Atkin MW SA Report 202490 points
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2.5 g/L
pH 3.41
Total Acidity 6.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window 2021-2027
Region Wellington
Brix at Harvest 23.0°
Vine Age 42-year-old
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 12 months
Lees Aging 1 year
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L
Sulfites 155.0 ppm
Production Details Grapes, from 42-year-old bush vine vineyards, were harvested at 23°B in the early morning hours to retain its freshness and fruity characters. After de-stalking and crushing, the juice was fermented in a combination of 1st and 2nd fill 500L French oak barrels. The wine was matured in the same barrels for a period of 12 months, with regular batonnage (stirring of the lees) to enhance complexity.
Tasting Notes
Nose: peaches, dried pear, apricots, hay, beeswax
Palate: creamy texture, fruit and oak balance, linear acidity
Food Pairing rich and creamy poultry dishes, cream-based pastas, spicy Asian cuisine, lobster, prawns, veal, crispy pork belly, creme brulee, lemon cheesecake
Critics Ratings SA Wine Index 2024: Grand Gold
SA Wine Index 2024Grand Gold
Veritas Wine Awards 2023Double Gold
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 3.3 g/L
pH 3.55
Total Acidity 6.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window 2020-2026
Region Wellington
Brix at Harvest 23.0°
Vine Age 40-year old
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Aging 12 months
Lees Aging 1 year
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500L
Production Details Grapes, from 40-year old bush vine vineyards, were harvested at 23°B in the early morning hours to retain its freshness and fruity characters. After de-stalking and crushing, the juice was fermented in a combination of 1st and 2nd fill 500L French oak barrels. The wine was matured in the same barrels for a period of 12 months, with regular batonnage (stirring of the lees) to enhance complexity.
Tasting Notes
Nose: yellow apples, saffron, baked custard, quince, vanilla
Palate: fleshy texture, rounded mouthfeel, peaches, ripe citrus
Food Pairing rich and creamy poultry dishes, cream-based pastas, spicy Asian cuisine, lobster, prawns, veal, crispy pork belly, creme brulee, lemon cheesecake
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin MW: 92 points
Tim Atkin MW92 points
SA Wine IndexGrand Gold
Producer Information
Website
Address
Stokery Road, Wellington, 7655, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 873 1582
Email
Owner
Wellington Wine Farmers Cooperative
Cellarmaster
Francois van Niekerk