Cape Wild Pinotage 2024This range of wild ferment wines captures the Capes classic varietals with a vibrant, textural character. Sourced from established, trellised vineyards in Paarls deep sandy loams, all fruit is hand harvested and gently crushed, with some whole bunches added to bring a fresh, leafy note to the juice. Natural fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation in 300 and 600 litre barrels. A hint of Franschhoek Syrah

A blend of 80% Palomino and 20% Pedro Ximénez

the estate is farmed under organic and biodynamic philosophy

the idea is that a butt from this solera used to be locked away as someone from the Valdespino family wanted to keep the wine to themselves

and white meat dishes

largely due to geography (its vineyards are actually closer to Chablis than to Reims or Épernay)

But don't be deceived

Deep purple colour with a very expressive nose

spice and a creaminess

it pairs beautifully with seafood dishes like fish cakes and fish pie

OVID Napa Valley represents fifteen acres of California’s most distinctive terroir

Serena and her partner/fellow winemaker

They were a pioneering force in exporting Rioja wines