One Formation Range

ONE FORMATION

PINOTAGE, SHIRAZ, GRENACHE

The uniqueness of each harvest is captured in that year’s range of One Formation wines. These exceptional blends are created from grape varieties that perform the best in specific regions during the new season. With only one batch made of each blend, wine lovers can look forward to a singular vintage year on year.

This Cape Blend style wine comprises 65% Pinotage, from north-facing vineyards in the cooler Durbanville and Philadelphia areas which are situated in close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, where the lower night temperatures boost colour development of the berries. The Shiraz and Grenache grapes are from the Paardeberg area and the soils are predominantly shale and granite, respectively responsible for fruity fullness and flintiness with finesse.

Traditional winemaking methods were applied to achieve the best characteristics from the terroir. The grapes had chemical and sensory tasting before harvesting. Cold-soaking was applied prior to fermentation and extended skin contact was allowed for 16 days post-fermentation. Malolactic fermentation took place in barrel, after which the wine was stored for a further 16 months in small, second fill French oak barrels.  

This elegant red wine has upfront dark, ripe fruit, particularly of blackcurrant and plums, juicy and approachable, with savouriness – all harmonising in a smooth, lingering taste. The Pinotage was cold-fermented and then blended with the Shiraz and Grenache to ensure the long, clean finish.

Enjoy with grilled beef rump or braised pork.

ONE FORMATION

SHIRAZ, GRENACHE, VIOGNIER

The uniqueness of each harvest is captured in that year’s range of One Formation wines. These exceptional blends are created from grape varieties that perform the best in specific regions during the new season. With only one batch made of each blend, wine lovers can look forward to a singular vintage year on year.

The grapes for this elegant Rhône style blend derive from vineyards in the Paardeberg area of the Cape Coastal Region, with a combination of well-drained granite and shale soils which ensure good fruit development and character. 

The different batches of selected grapes were picked at optimum ripeness and separately fermented at warmer temperatures of 24 - 27°C to prevent over-extraction of tannins and promote elegance. After careful blending, the wine was aged in third fill French oak barrels for 14 months.

An elegant red wine with hints of vanilla and white pepper on the nose. Prominent dark berry fruit, the soft spiciness and almond flavours combine with a touch of savouriness, lingering on the palate with balance and finesse.

Pair with venison, beef steak or pork fillet.

ONE FORMATION

CHENIN BLANC, SAUVIGNON BLANC, GRENACHE BLANC

The uniqueness of each harvest is captured in that year’s range of One Formation wines. These exceptional blends are created from grape varieties that perform the best in specific regions during the new season. With only one batch made of each blend, wine lovers can look forward to a singular vintage year on year.

The Chenin Blanc vineyards mainly grow in shale dominated soils, with a proportion situated in the granite soils of the Drakenstein area, while the Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier are from Philadelphia, close to the Cape coast. Harvesting took place in the cool early morning hours to ensure freshness.

The winemaking was handled reductively, with small, carefully selected batches of Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Grenache Blanc separately fermented. The Sauvignon Blanc had extended skin-contact of eight hours, before fermentation and being left on the lees for six months, with regular batonnage. The Chenin Blanc was fermented cooler at 10°C to capture the maximum aromas, freshness and flavours from the granite soils. The Grenache Blanc was handled similarly, in this instance to portray the best characteristics from the shale soils. The skilful final blend had wood maturation in second fill barrels for four months.

An elegant wine with layers of peach, lime and litchi fruit and, through sur lie ageing, finishing in a layered, mineral style.

Pairs well with linefish and prawn risotto.