The Galvanised, Coastal Coast 2022

The grapes were harvested from three different sites. The Helderberg portion was harvested on January 23rd at Rustenhof farm. This is a young trellised vineyard situated on granite soils. The Banhoek portion was harvested on February 18th at Summercourt farm. This is a 16-year-old trellised vineyard situated on richer clay soil. The Elandskloof portion, from a cool, high-altitude site, was harvested on March 13th.
The grapes were placed in a cold room overnight at 10 degrees Celsius. The following day, the grapes were gently pressed as whole bunches. The juice was settled overnight at 10 degrees. It was then barreled down for natural fermentation in 100% old French oak barrels, followed by natural malolactic fermentation. Battonage was kept to a minimum. 11 months in barrel.

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