Boekenhoutskloof Semillon, 2017, 750ML

The Boekenhoutskloof Semillon has been predominantly sourced from one of the oldest vineyards in South Africa, planted in 1902 on alluvial soils with a high loam content. Grapes are further sourced from two other low yielding parcels also grown within the Franschhoek Valley and planted in 1936 and 1942 on original rootstock and traditional bush vines.

The grapes are whole bunch pressed and spontaneous fermentation takes place in classic barrique and concrete eggs. Matured for 14 months and blocked malolactic.

This oxidative approach at low temperatures enables us to enhance the textural elements of our old vine Semillon, creating structure in a wine that can certainly stand the test of time.