Journey’s End Huntsman 2021

The traditional fermentations took about 15 days to complete at 20 – 25ËšC in automated rotational tanks which submerge the skins using a very gentle action (ensuring soft tannins). 30% of the Shiraz was subjected to a carbonic fermentation method producing a completely different flavour profile adding complexity to the eventual blend. Malolactic fermentation of all varieties took place in large format barrels and the wine was left to mature for a further 12 months before being blended, fined and filtered. This wine is vegan friendly.

The grapes were handpicked. 70% of the Shiraz and 100% of the Mourvedre and Grenache underwent traditional fermentations where grapes were hand sorted and destemmed before being inoculated and fermented.

Large format barrels for 12 months.

73% Shiraz, 17% Mourvedre, 10% Grenache

In 1995 the Gabb family, originally from Shropshire, UK, fell in love with this picturesque wine farm, restoring it to what it is today, now surrounded by 40 hectares of beautiful vineyards. We are incredibly fortunate to be nestled amongst the Schapenberg hills, beneath which lay 350 million year old decomposed granite soils. This creates one of the most prestigious terroirs in South Africa, and is where our vines are planted. As well as fantastic views, our vineyards benefit from the cooling and cleansing south-easterly wind, known locally as the ‘Cape Doctor’, which comes in from nearby False Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.