Bursting with aromas of fruit salad, vanilla, and lemon meringue, this wine draws you in with its richness and charm. Layers of white pineapple, dried apple, and a hint of chamomile add lovely depth.

The palate is dry and full, with vibrant acidity balancing the ripe fruit. Subtle notes of almond biscotti, lemon curd, and a touch of white pepper bring extra complexity, leading to a creamy, lingering finish.

Certified heritage bush vines planted in 1988 and 1986 are dryland farmed in deep sandy soils. At an altitude of 650m above sea level, the vineyards experience a warm climate with cooling evening winds. Grapes were harvested on six dates, with different picks providing a range of aromatic characters. Two early picks bring fresh acidity. Two middle picks add balance and perfectly ripe tropical fruit characters. The final two picks of smaller bunches and berries added deep concentration and palate weight to the resulting wine.

Our Steen is made up of three components: 70% is fermented and then matured in a combination of new and seasoned 500l French oak barrels. 30% is fermented spontaneously and matured on the lees in concrete eggs. Bâtonnage is done monthly for textural mouthfeel.

Winemaker : Duran Cornhill

Far up the west coast, about 3 and a half hours drive north of Cape Town, lies an open bay of white sand strewn with black mussels and kelp, with the icy waters of the Atlantic beating the shore. This is Donkiesbaai, where the Engelbrecht family have holidayed for four generations. This unassuming spot lends its name to our adventurous range of wines from a further-flung corner of South Africa’s winelands. The wine was made with the cuisine of the west coast in mind. Crayfish, Harders, and a cold glass of wine is part of the history that is Donkiesbaai.

Flavor Profiles

Vanilla

Lemon preserve

Dried apple

White peppercorns