Eikendal Rosé 2025

In the second week of February, all three varietals were hand picked between 21,5 and 22 Balling. Grapes were picked in the morning to retain as much fresh flavours as possible. A portion of the grapes were destemmed, crushed and left in the press for an hour longer to extract a bit more colour and complexity but the biggest portion underwent a delicate whole bunch press cycle to preserve the delicate flavours and structure of this rosé. Each year the yield per block of the three varietals will differ and as a result the percentages on the label will also change correspondingly. After one night of settling the juice was carefully drawn from the primary lease. It was clarified right after fermentation and bottled very early to ensure vibrant flavours with a good acidity and mouthfeel.

The vineyards lie 155m above sea level. The terroir of all three cultivars consists of decomposed granite. There are 3 specific blocks used for this alluring Rosé, planted especially with rosé production in mind. With a maritime microclimate, the winters are wet and cold, and in summer the heat is tempered by a cool and fresh breeze from the Atlantic Ocean in False Bay. Vitification: Only one block of 0,73ha of Grenache Noir and 0,73ha of Mourvèdre was planted in 2012. The 0,26ha of Cinsaut was planted in 2016 on the Eikendal farm. The trellising for the Grenache and Cinsaut is the vine by post system and the Mourvèdre is planted as bush vines without any trellising. Both these methods allow maximum sunlight and airflow through the vines to create a healthy vine and good light penetration from all sides.

53% Grenache, 33% Mourvédre, 14% Cinsault

Pair with Goats Cheese Tart, Smoked Salmon Salad or Berry Parfait