Dry Land Collection Longevity Natural Sweet Chenin Blanc

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After the grapes were de-stemmed, they were given skin contact for two days with regular pump-overs of the juice. This ensured that ripe flavours were extracted from the skins and raisins. Only pressed juice was used, and great care was taken to ensure that the juice was clear before fermentation started to ensure the pure, concentrated fruit in the wine. The wine was thermo-flashed once it reached the required sugar levels. The wine was cross-flowed and transferred into barrels for maturation.

The 2025 harvest was marked by slightly below-average volumes, a result of the dry conditions experienced during the late summer and harvest period. These weather conditions proved advantageous for grape quality, resulting in good natural acidity and sugar levels in the grapes. This balance of concentrated flavours, intense colour and vibrant acidity promises exceptional wines for the vintage.

Wood maturation: 10 - 12 months in barrel. French oak, 500-litre, second-fill. Bottle maturation: 12 months.