First Sighting Sauvignon Blanc

Ideal to pair with fresh line fish, enjoy on its own with friends, family and good times.

The winter of 2022 was quite normal. Spring was good for us with less rain and wind in October and November. This created optimal conditions during the flowering season, the result, our biggest harvest ever(5.7t/ha). Rain in December created high risk conditions for Downey mildew and with all the follow up rain in February we had our hands full to keep infection under control. Our Sauvignon grapes loved the cool weather in February, and we could pick ripe with high pyrazine levels. Most Sauvignon and Semillon grapes were picked between 20 and 23 balling from the first week of February to the 3rd of March. It is exciting to see our younger vines planted on Ribokrand and Uintjieskuil coming into full production and then see the impact on our final cuvee, indeed very promising.

Innovative winemaking techniques, cold fermentation with selected yeast strains and lees contact for six months

Strandveld Vineyards lies between Elim and Cape Agulhas, just 9km from the sea, shaped by strong winds, cool temperatures, and a maritime climate. Its unique terroir of coastal conditions and diverse soils gives the wines their distinctive character. Inspired by early explorers, the vineyards were established in 2001 by pioneers drawn to this rugged, promising landscape.