Crisp & Mineral

Bright gold with a subtle green core. Powerful, complex nose of ripe apricot, baked quince, beeswax, honey, vanilla and crème brûlée from extended barrel work, lifted by leesy texture and a hint of dried fynbos. Full-bodied with a creamy, opulent mid-palate, focused mineral acidity holding it taut, and a long, layered finish. A serious Cape Chenin built for grand dishes — roast pork, lobster, coq au vin or aged Comté — and equally for the cellar (10+ years).

The Donkiesbaai Steen 2023 has a beautiful complexity of aromas reveal themselves on the nose: candied lemon peel, pineapple, honeysuckle, beeswax, cream and shortbread. On the palate, lively acidity carries the fruit, with texture and layers of flavour expanding on the palate. A clean yet mouthwatering finish. The Steen is made up of three components: 75% is fermented and then matured in a combination of new and seasoned 500l French oak barrels. 15% is fermented spontaneously and matured on the lees in concrete eggs. Bâtonnage is done monthly for textural mouthfeel. DWWA Silver

The 2025 Secateurs Chenin Blanc opens with an inviting, crystalline bouquet of green apple, quince and white pear, underpinned by fragrant citrus blossom and hints of lemon zest and chalky minerality. Subtle notes of honeysuckle and flinty reduction add aromatic complexity without overpowering the fresh fruit core. On the palate, the wine is bright and finely poised, with vibrant acidity that carries juicy orchard fruit and citrus flavours through a nervy, focused mid-palate. Layers of quince and tart apple are complemented by a fine thread of saline minerality and a touch of soft spice. The texture is crisp yet creamy, exhibiting a refined tension that leads to a long, refreshing finish with gentle herbal undertones. Elegant and expressive, this Chenin Blanc balances fruit purity with structural precision — ideal for early enjoyment but with enough grip for gentle short-term development.

The Lismore Chardonnay 2022 is a South African cool-climate white wine with intense citrus aromas and flavors of apricot, white peach, and honey, balanced by crisp acidity and a distinct minerality. It is a sophisticated, complex Chardonnay that spent 11 months in 500-litre barrels (with some new) and is known for its long, elegant citrus and toasted hazelnut finish. Tasting notes Aromas: Apricot, mandarin, orange zest, white peach, honey, walnut, brioche Palate: Lively, mineral-driven, crisp acidity, and a long, elegant finish with notes of citrus and toasted hazelnut Flavor profile: Concentrated, with subtle hints of smoke, toffee, and a refined texture