2022 Babylonstoren "SMV" White, Simonsberg-Paarl, South AfricaABOUT THIS WINE Named after the historic Soetmelksvlei farmstead on the Babylonstoren property, this wine is crafted from a selection of Rhne and Mediterranean white varieties chosen for their ability to thrive in the Capes warm climate. Fermentation and aging in oak barrels contribute depth and complexity while preserving the wines freshness and varietal character. The 2022 vintage showcases the estates commitment to producing age worthy white wines

It distinguishes itself by its enormous energy

terraced vineyards along the granite slopes of Condrieu

Forlorn Hope is a boutique winery known for its innovative approach to winemaking and commitment to producing unique and high-quality wines

and his viticultural methodology is merely the most genuine manifestation of these ideals

and is aged for 10 months in barrique

The grapes are hand-harvested and undergo spontaneous fermentation with partial whole clusters

Ngeringa is passionate about ecological

food-safe gas that shields the remaining wine from oxygen

In addition to tending grape vines

the family began estate-bottling in 1913

It begins auspiciously with wild cherry

Under the stewardship of Jonathan Sack