Eastertide Wines
In the run up to Easter we tasted some truly special wines. Real Gems from the winelands. Here is my little list [in random order] for you to enjoy…
The Jordan Timepiece Duo
Two new wines just released, harvested from Vineyards over 35 years old and certified Heritage Vineyards. Planted by Founder of Jordan Wine Estate, Ted Jordan. The dream carried forward by his son Gary and Grandson Alex.
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Eikendal Chardonnay 2020 and Classique 2017
A worthy pair from Eikendal, a wine Estate on the R44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. Vineyards planted in the foothills and lower slopes of the Helderberg Mountains. Winemaker Yvonne Lester has just completed her first harvest there.
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Graham Beck Ultra Brut Cap Classique 2016
From the Cap Classique specialists Graham Beck. Made under the guiding hand of Pieter ‘Bubbles’ Ferreira, recently succeeded as Winemaker by Pierre de Klerk. Oyster shell dry and a perfect wine for any time, not only for celebrations.
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Krone Night Nectar Blanc de Blancs 2018
From the slopes of the Saronsberg in the Tulbagh Wine Appellation, Krone Wines has a great history of experimentation and invention. Stephan de Beer has made an utterly delicious Chardonnay Cap Classique, the grapes for which were harvested at night which the vineyards are cool. Vintage Cap Classiques only.
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De Toren Wines
Made by Martin Fourie in this perfectly situated wine Estate on the Polkadraai Hills. Soils are decomposed granite. Fine fruit and special care in the cellar which has a Tower [Toren] which can move the wines around and where they can be moved by gravity, rather than pumping. Excellent situation with slopes cooled by breezes off False Bay slowing down the ripening process and allowing for greater flavour in the grapes when finally harvested.
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Vergelegen GVB 2015
A sublime blend of red Bordeaux wine grape varieties. Very typical of a fine left bank of the Gironde River wine. The Estate is, as they say in the Guide Michelin, worth the drive. Beautiful architecture, fabulous gardens and 300 plus years old Camphor Trees, worth the visit alone. Excellent River Café on the banks of the Lourens River
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