Southernmost Chenin in Africa
We are proud to introduce the release of our Single Vineyard Chenin blanc 2025.
I like the odd glass of Chenin blanc, the Boss’s favourite tipple is our Estate Sauvignon blanc. So, sometime back we planted a block of Chenin blanc, to see what would happen.
An extract from our April 2025 newsletter:
“As we step into April, the farm is buzzing with a mix of reflection and excitement. This past month marked a significant milestone with the maiden harvest of our Chenin blanc, grown in what is officially the Southernmost block of Chenin blanc in Africa. It’s an incredible moment for us, and we can’t wait to share the results with you in the future.”
The future has arrived: Africa’s Southernmost Chenin blanc is here!
The free run juice from hand harvested grapes was barrel fermented in 500L French Oak barrels, left on the lees for 9 months and then bottle aged.
300 cases available.
This registered Single Vineyard site was deliberately selected for its distinctive terroir, defined by predominantly ferricrete soils.
The endangered Aristea Teretifolia was discovered on Lomond during alien vegetation removal after an ecological burn. Prior to this discovery, there were only seven known populations, three of which are considered extinct. Each population has about fifty flowers.
The Boss (that’s my wife Jenny) is very pleased.
Cheers,
Geoff
