STRANDVELD
GRENACHE 2022

Produced in small quantities from 17-year-old vines at Africa’s southernmost vineyards, this Grenache is the result of hands-on winemaking and traditional techniques. Only 4 tons of grapes were harvested, half destemmed and half whole-bunch, with gentle foot-stomping before open fermentation. The wine matured for 10 months in 2nd and 3rd fill French oak, yielding just 5,188 bottles of this expressive release.

Perfumed and aromatic, it opens with notes of Turkish delight, tart cranberry, and dried peach, lifted by a subtle floral lift from whole-bunch fermentation. The palate is guided by natural grape tannins, offering a firm yet elegant structure, with minimal oak influence. Layers of earthy savouriness underpin the vibrant fruit, culminating in a textural, balanced, and lingering finish — a true expression of Grenache in the Cape Agulhas style.

Food pairing: Ideal with game birds, slow-roasted pork or lamb, hearty beef or lamb stews, braised lamb shank, or robust cheeses.
Serving: Best at ±16°C.
Cellaring: Enjoy now or cellar until 2027.
Production: 5,000 bottles only.

Ratings:

• 89 pts/4 Stars: Platter’s by Diners Club 2023