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Description
Another full-flavoured, thought-provoking textural white wine here from South Africa that you really should try.
Perched high in the Breedekloof, Olifantsberg’s vineyards face strong winds, big temperature swings, and tough soils—exactly the kind of challenge that makes for seriously interesting wine. The Roussanne here ripens slowly, developing layers of flavour while holding onto its natural freshness.
This vintage is fragrant and textural, with notes of orange blossom, citrus zest, and gentle spice, all backed by a bit of waxy depth and a fine, pithy finish. Aged carefully to keep things balanced, it’s got just enough grip to make it food-friendly while still feeling bright and expressive.
A great match for roast chicken, spiced seafood, or anything creamy, this is a white with plenty of personality and the structure to age if you can resist drinking it now.
94 points
"Picked early for freshness, it has aromas of lychee, jasmine and rose petal, citrus and orange zest flavours and a nip of underlying tannin. 2025-40."
- Tim Atkin MW (2024 South African Wine Report)
