The Terra Del Capo Pinot Grigio is harvested from a combination of our Pinot Grigio vineyards in Groenekloof (Darling) and Franschhoek. Above-average winter rainfall restored dam levels and soil moisture, while the moderate, dry spring and summer that followed encouraged strong, healthy vine growth. These favourable conditions continued throughout the season, allowing for even ripening and excellent fruit quality. The well-developed canopies offered natural protection, helping the grapes reach optimal ripeness with vibrant acidity and bright, fresh fruit character. The 2025 vintage is shaping up to be one of the standout years in recent memory.

Grapes were handpicked in the early morning to preserve freshness, then transported to the cellar for gentle handling. To limit colour extraction from this naturally blue/grey-skinned variety, the fruit was whole-bunch pressed straight away. The juice was settled overnight at low temperatures before being racked off the solids. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, using selected yeast strains to enhance purity and aromatics. After fermentation, the wine remained on the fine lees for several weeks to build texture and mouthfeel. Only the best free-run parcels were selected for the final blend, ensuring clarity of fruit and a clean, focused palate before bottling.

The 2024 season can be characterised as one of extremes. Winter saw above-average rainfall, with widespread flooding in late September. The heavy rainfall also presented several challenges in the vineyards. Persistent strong winds during flowering and extremely dry conditions during fruit set resulted in a lower harvest than 2023. Heat spikes in January, with days exceeding 40°C, accelerated ripening, causing cultivars to ripen concurrently, putting pressure on picking teams. Mild weather conditions in February provided some relief by slowing ripening, resulting in excellent flavour and colour development and small concentrated berries.

Grapes were hand-picked and transported to the cellar, where they were immediately whole-bunch pressed to minimise colour extraction from this distinctive blue/grey grape. After overnight settling, the juice was racked and cold-fermented with selected yeast cultures. The wine was aged on fine lees in stainless steel tanks before a blend of the best free-run parcels was bottled.

“A warm and dry winter preceded the 2023 harvest, with fairly even budding occurring slightly earlier than the previous year. The warm weather continued throughout the growing season, resulting in an overall lighter crop in most regions. Heavy rains in early December provided much relief and ensured that the vines were in good condition in time for harvest. For the most part of the season, conditions were ideal, and the fruit quality was exceptional. Rainfall that was unusually heavy and continuous in March posed some challenges for later-ripening regions and varietals. Overall, a fantastic vintage that promises to produce some outstanding wines.

Grapes were hand-picked and transported to the cellar, where they were whole-bunch pressed immediately to minimise colour extraction from this distinctively blue/grey grape. After settling overnight, the juice was racked and cold-fermented with selected yeast cultures. The wine was aged on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks before being blended and bottled with a selection of the best free-run parcels.

“Late, slow and steady” would be the best way to describe the 2022 vintage. The preceding winter was cold and wet, resulting in good dormancy and healthy dam levels prior to the growing season. The cool weather continued into Spring which in turn resulted in delayed but even bud break, flowering and fruit set. The moderate summer temperatures slowed the ripening period and resulted in harvest starting about two weeks later than normal. The usually hot month of February was uncharacteristically cool, allowing for the gradual ripening of fruit with good flavours and acidity. An exceptional vintage which promises to deliver outstanding wines.

Grapes were handpicked and transported to the cellar where they were whole-bunch pressed immediately to minimize colour extraction from this characteristically blue/grey grape. Following overnight settling, the juice was racked and cold-fermented using selected yeast cultures. The wine was kept on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks before a selection of the best free-run parcels were blended and bottled.

“Late, slow and steady” would be the best way to describe the 2021 vintage. The preceding winter was cold and wet, resulting in good dormancy and healthy dam levels prior to the growing season. The cool weather continued into spring which in turn resulted in delayed but relatively even bud break, flowering and fruit set. The moderate summer temperatures slowed the ripening period and resulted in harvest starting about two weeks later than usual. The typically hot month of February was uncharacteristically cool, allowing for the gradual ripening of fruit with good flavour intensity and acidity. An exceptional vintage, which promises to deliver outstanding wines.

Grapes were handpicked and transported to the cellar where they were whole-bunch pressed immediately to minimise colour extraction from this blue/grey grape. Following overnight settling, the juice was racked and cold-fermented using selected yeast cultures. The wine was kept on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks before a selection of the best free-run parcels were blended and bottled.

Good rainfall and favourable climatic conditions during the growing season allowed for good flowering and fruit set. Most vineyards saw a significant increase in yield, and the ripening period was nicely spread out due to the cool, moderate conditions during summer. Good healthy fruit with beautiful flavours and analyses make this 2020 vintage one of the most outstanding and enjoyable vintages in recent years.

Grapes were handpicked and transported to the cellar where they were whole-bunch pressed immediately to minimise colour extraction from the blue/grey grape. Following overnight settling, the juice was racked and cold-fermented using selected yeast cultures. The wine was kept on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks before a selection of the best free-run parcels were blended and bottled.

Western Cape

The 2019 vintage was a very challenging one, mainly due to uneven ripening during the early stages of harvest. October 2018 experienced wet, cold, and unusually warm conditions, as well as strong winds that caused significant damage in certain vineyards. This led to poor set and the consequent uneven ripening of bunches. The conditions during January and February were very favourable, with cool nights and moderate daytime temperatures resulting in great fruit flavours and exceptional acids. Despite the slower start, the white and rosé harvest was intense and compact, ending 2 weeks earlier than the 2018 vintage.

Grapes were handpicked and transported to the cellar where they were whole-bunch pressed immediately to minimise colour extraction from the blue/grey grape. Following overnight settling, the juice was racked and cold-fermented using selected yeast cultures. The wine was kept on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks before a selection of the best free-run parcels were blended and bottled.

Western Cape