Farm Update May is Sauvignon blanc Month at Lomond The 2025 harvest season has come to a close, and we’re delighted with the exceptional quality of this year’s grapes and wine. Although it started later than expected, the harvest progressed smoothly, with all our Sauvignon blanc vineyards harvested within four weeks. Ideal weather and no…
Sauvignon blanc harvest 2025 feedback As the 2025 harvest season has come to an end, we are delighted to share that it has blessed us with exceptional quality grapes and wine. Although the harvest started later than anticipated, it quickly gained momentum. All our Sauvignon blanc vineyards were harvested, and the grapes processed, within just…
Few creatures command the sky with the elegance and precision of the dragonfly. Neither dragon nor fly, this ancient lineage of aerial predators—dating back over 300 million years—epitomizes the fusion of evolutionary sophistication and natural artistry. To watch a dragonfly in motion is to witness a masterclass in biomechanics, neurology, and environmental adaptation. Beyond their…
Farm Update A Season of Firsts and Final Touches 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…
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to visit the sandy coastal regions of South Africa, you may have come across a truly remarkable plant – the Brunsvigia orientalis. Commonly known as the “candelabra flower,” this stunning species has some fascinating characteristics that make it a standout in the plant kingdom. Let’s take a closer look…
How we make the best Rosé wine: The harvesting of these grapes will last 7-10 days with fermentation taking another 2-3 weeks thereafter. While a lot of people associate this pink wine with easy drinking, fun and relaxation; the process of making it is a challenging, precise and a very artistic process. There is a…
Farm Update Knees Deep in Harvest 2025 Harvest season is officially in full swing at Lomond! The vineyard is alive with energy as our team carefully picks and processes the fruit that will shape the 2025 vintage. It’s a time of early mornings, late nights, and intense focus, but also one of great excitement and…
Lomond’s Belladonna SMV syrah blend whose name is inspired by the Amaryllis Belladonna fynbos flower Amaryllis Belladonna the Fynbos flower (common names: Belladonna Lily, March Lily) The flowering stems of this bulb emerging from the bare ground is a sign that summer is coming to an end in the Cape. Amaryllis is Greek feminine and…
Hidden within the unique fynbos landscape of South Africa’s Western Cape lies one of the rarest botanical treasures: Aristea teretifolia, a fragile and endangered species clinging to survival. This delicate flowering plant, endemic to the region, has seen over 70% of its natural habitat lost to agriculture, and its remaining populations are scattered across isolated…
Vintage Cap Classique Bundle Offer R1200,00Add to cart Blanc de Blancs 2019 vintage R225,00Add to cart Brut 2020 vintage R225,00Add to cart Brut Rosé 2020 vintage R225,00Add to cart Nectar non-vintage R170,00Add to cart It’s February – the month of love and bubbly! A glass of Cap Classique elevates the soul and sends the senses…
