Malgas White

Handpicked and sorted in the vineyards in the early morning to ensure beautiful cool grapes arrive at the cellar. 60% of the grapes were whole bunch pressed in a basket press and the balance gently crushed and pressed.

The complex stony soils, together with a warm dry climate, moderated by constant sea breezes provides an ideal terroir to produce something exceptional. All vines are grown as bush vines due to the low yield and vigour. Mostly 2 high quality, low yielding clones of Chenin blanc on drought resistant rootstocks - R99, Rug.140 and R110. This flagship blend includes Verdelho, Viognier, Roussanne and Vermentino, all contributing to the texture and complexity of the blend. Yield: 3-5 tons/ha Growing season of 2024 saw a cold and wet winter, and a rather wet spring. In December of 2023 we had almost 90 mm of rain, which certainly helped the soil remain cool and moist. The harvest period was cooler with some rain during January and February. The crop was not directly affected by the rain, but we had to be more vigilant and manage the canopy for better aeration.

The juice is barrel fermented, with just the natural occurring yeast in the vineyard, in 400 and 700L French oak barrels, about 10% new oak for 10 months, and left on the lees, which adds a lot of texture and balance. Lightly fined with bentonite, unfiltered, and bottled by hand.