Rich in character and legacy, this 2024 Cartology is a masterclass in Cape heritage. Bright aromas of ripe pear, lime zest, and kumquat leap from the glass, followed by deeper layers of white peach and apricot. On the palate, it’s both powerful and poised—full of energy, with savory-sweet tension and remarkable depth. Silky texture meets vibrant acidity, leading to a long, mineral finish that echoes with citrus oil and crushed stone. Crafted from old vine Chenin Blanc and a touch of Sémillon, this wine captures the soul of the Cape’s ancient vineyards and rewards both now and with cellaring. A benchmark white blend, built for longevity and lovers of complexity.
We hand-sort and whole-bunch press each parcel, keeping the juice raw and cloudy for wild fermentations in old barrels, foudres, and concrete eggs. Fermentations range from 3 weeks to 11 months, followed by 12 months on gross lees and 5 months on fine lees in tank. No fining, just gentle, honest winemaking that lets our old-vine Chenin and Sémillon speak of place and purity.
Winemaker: Chris Alheit
Winemaker: Chris Alheit
Alheit is based on Hemelrand, a beautiful mountain farm situated high on the Hemel & Aarde Ridge in Walker Bay. Their aim is to make wines that have a fine form and are not bulky. The result is finely crafted wines that have ample power, yet are absolute minimalist in their winemaking approach.
