Petit Verdot Reserve

A perfect partner to your herb crusted lamb kebab.

A seemingly unimpressive, flat site at the northern border of Le Bonheur belies the magic of Le Bonheur's reserve Petit Verdot vineyard. Both clay in the subsoil and overshadowing of the Klapmuts Hill contribute to the uniqueness of this site. Marginal, duplex soils result in balanced canopy growth, for a variety that is known for strong vegetative growth and big canopies. The 2020 vintage is considered as a highlight of the decade. With sufficient water, moderate temperatures and healthy, but balanced vigour, it was a vintage that delivered grapes with high natural acidity and concentrated flavours. The vintage was also characterised with very strong winds, however, vineyards on the Simonsberg slopes did not suffer any damage and benefitted from cooling of the bunch zones.

The wine was matured in 300L French oak barrels for 12 months.

A selection of the finest barrels from the outstanding 2020 vintage. Gentle pressing and pumpovers resulted in an elegant and layered wine.

Le Bonheur has a rich winemaking history dating back to the late 1700s. The estate’s spirit of a journey to happiness dates back to an era when the estate was a trading post for French Huguenots travelling between Cape Town and Franschhoek. The property soon gained a reputation as a lush place of solace and social gathering, which led to the Estate’s name: Le Bonheur, meaning happiness. Today Le Bonheur brings the name it was given by the French settlers to life, by contributing to everyday happiness through simple moments of sharing and enjoying great wines.