Evoking the refreshing scent of spring rain on dry earth, this blend invites you in with aromas reminiscent of a freshly watered herb garden mingled with sun-drenched orange, apricot, and peach. Each swirl reveals further layers, as these enticing scents translate seamlessly onto a finely textured palate. There, vibrant notes of stone fruit and citrus meet a mineral-driven tension, underscored by the bright, crisp acidity typical of a cool-climate wine. Vivacious and wonderfully food-friendly, this wine offers both complexity and refreshing elegance, making it a versatile companion at the table.
Fermentation in concrete eggs for 11 months. No malolactic fermentation.
Winemaker: Jean-Claude Martin
Winemaker: Jean-Claude Martin
When in 2002 Jean-Claude (JC) and Carolyn Martin took up the challenge of establishing a winery in a remote corner of the Walker Bay Wine Region, they did so with the courage of their conviction.
The 40 hectares of undulating land on the lofty Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge had never been planted to vines before, but recognizing the vast potential, they set out with tenacity and determination to transform it into a model wine farm.
No easy feat, but then the Swiss-born JC and South African-born Carolyn (née Finlayson) both come from wine pioneering stock spanning at least three generations and two continents!
The 40 hectares of undulating land on the lofty Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge had never been planted to vines before, but recognizing the vast potential, they set out with tenacity and determination to transform it into a model wine farm.
No easy feat, but then the Swiss-born JC and South African-born Carolyn (née Finlayson) both come from wine pioneering stock spanning at least three generations and two continents!
