N: Complex and layered aromas, underpinned by a subtle expression of oak. Chalky, pithy undertones support lemon, acacia flower and nougat.
P: Vibrant and linear with abundant expression of white pear and lime pith. Precise and crystalline which draws out the poise and balance on a long, persistent finish
IT PAIRS WELL WITH: Grilled seafood, roasted chicken, or creamy pasta dishes
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 8-10 °C
ORIGIN: Babylon Vineyards from the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge appellation.
THE SOIL: Shale soil of Bokkeveld Series in Hemel and Aarde Ridge.
WINEMAKING: Healthy grapes handpicked and cooled overnight. Bunches destemmed and whole berries pressed in pneumatic press, cold settled and pumped to barrels to
complete natural spontaneous fermentation. Wine was left on its lees for 16 months in older 500 litre French oak barrels. The best barrels were selected, blended and prepared for bottling.
ANALYSIS:
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 1.9 g/l
Total acidity: 6.8 g/l; pH: 3.19
AGEING: 16 Months in older 500 litre French oak barrels
PRODUCTION: 1 929 bottles were produced
RELEASE DATE: 25 November 2024
ROOTED IN PURPOSE
5% of every bottle sold goes directly to Francis Academy, empowering the next generation of young rugby players.
SMALL-BATCH BY DESIGN
Every bottle is crafted in limited quantities, ensuring uncompromising attention to detail from vineyard to glass.
BURGUNDIAN IN TRADITION
Inspired by centuries of old world winemaking, our methods honour the terroir and let the grape speak for itself.
- SMALL-BATCH & HANDCRAFTED
- BURGUNDIAN IN METHOD
- HAND-HARVESTED
- AGED IN FRENCH OAK BARRELS
Where Grit & Grace Meet
Handcrafted small-batch wines from the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge — Burgundian in spirit, South African in soul. Each bottle tells the story of soil, sport, and the journey in between.
