Background

From the team behind the prestigious Waterkloof Estate, with grapes sourced from two coastal vineyard sites in Stellenbosch, chosen for their cooler temperatures and low yields of small, naturally balanced and concentrated berries.

Tasting notes

Full yet elegant with bramble fruits and also some earth and meaty aromas. The palate is structured and well-balanced with fresh red fruit characters, gently spicy notes, fine tannins and a refreshing natural acidity. Very Northern Rhône in style, but with more sunshine!

Winemaking

Made by Waterkloof's talented young Cellarmaster Nadia Barnard. Balanced grapes are hand harvested, fermented spontaneously with wild yeast (a small portion wholebunch) and then raised in large wooden casks (or 'foudre' en Francais). No additions other than a minimal amount sulphur as a preservative. Very "Old School" !

Food pairings

Ideal with spicy dishes, red meats and rich Mediterranean dishes.