Light bodied with a silky texture and a complex bouquet of sour cherry, smoked meat, sweet spices, and milk chocolate. Dry with an initial burst of red fruit showing red cherry and redcurrant, which evolve into ripe plum and black cherry.
Layers build with notes of nutmeg, black pepper, and forest floor. Fine, savory tannins with a fresh, cleansing acidity highlighted by top notes of violets.
Layers build with notes of nutmeg, black pepper, and forest floor. Fine, savory tannins with a fresh, cleansing acidity highlighted by top notes of violets.
Whole bunches of Grenache Noir and Cinsault spontaneously fermented. Manual punch downs and pump overs are used to gently extract color and flavor. Syrah destemmed and fermented as whole berries to preserve fruit flavors. Varieties matured separately in seasoned 500l French oak barrels for 12 months.
Wine Maker : Duran Cornhill
Wine Maker : Duran Cornhill
The West Coast is a place that invigorates one’s soul, understanding and appreciation of the simple things in life. For many it is a harsh, desert-like unknown frontier, but for those who have experienced its energy and unspoilt beauty, it becomes a life-enriching place.
The grapes for Donkiesbaai wines comes from the unassuming region of Piekenierskloof, which lies about 80km inland from the coast. Unirrigated bush vines are planted in deep, sandy soils. Elevated sites have a warm climate with cooling evening winds. The resulting wines offer complexity and finesse in an approachable style.
The grapes for Donkiesbaai wines comes from the unassuming region of Piekenierskloof, which lies about 80km inland from the coast. Unirrigated bush vines are planted in deep, sandy soils. Elevated sites have a warm climate with cooling evening winds. The resulting wines offer complexity and finesse in an approachable style.
