Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc

Pairs well with seafood dishes, particularly those with Southeast Asian influences such as lime, chili, and coriander. It also complements Thai fish cakes and dishes with fresh herbs​.

The grapes are sourced from cool-climate vineyards in the Elgin Valley, located at an altitude of 420 meters. These vineyards experience long, cool growing seasons, resulting in fruit with intense flavor and balanced acidity. The soils are primarily sandstone, contributing to the wine’s mineral character​.

11 months in 500L French oak barrels (no new oak)​.

The 2022 vintage was made using wild yeast fermentation. The grapes were hand-harvested, whole-bunch pressed, and fermented in 500L French oak barrels (second and third fill). The wine aged for 11 months in barrel before spending another 3 months in stainless steel to settle before bottling​.

Iona is a cool-climate Elgin wine estate focused on expressing its distinctive soils and maritime-influenced vineyards through sustainable farming and minimal intervention. Best known for Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, Iona produces precise South African wines defined by freshness, purity and a strong sense of place.