in the vineyard : The Pinotage grapes are drawn predominantly from Devon Valley, Stellenbosch Kloof and Jonkershoek. The Stellenbosch Kloof vineyards tend to be younger than those of Devon Valley. These vineyards are mostly trellised and cooler south-west facing, affording the grapes a cooler microclimate. The vineyards are all older than 8 years.
in the cellar : The grapes were fermented on the skins for 7 - 10 days, juice racked off the skins, and the skins then pressed. The press juice was then added back to add complexity. The grapes from selected vineyards were seperately vinified to maintain their individual characters. After fermentation, selections are made and placed in wood. Maturation for 10 - 12 months in large wood 32.5% and 51.7% in small oak barrels. 15.8% stainless steel tanks.