Haute Cabrière unveils the 2021 Haute Collection vintages

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Haute Cabrière unveils the 2021 Haute Collection vintages

HAUTE COLLECTION

Haute Cabrière’s elegant and limited-release second-generation legacy range, The Haute Collection, continues to evolve and delight with the latest release of the 2021 vintage this month.

Showcasing the skill, creativity and pioneering spirit of Haute Cabrière’s founding family, the Haute Collection has been masterminded by Takuan von Arnim. Each vintage is released in very limited quantities with as few as 480 bottles available. This range is then the least known and publicised of Haute Cabrière’s wine ranges, earning a unique place in the hearts of dedicated Chardonnay and Pinot Noir fans who find it.

The Haute Collection has been masterminded by Director of Wine Takuan von Arnim

Following sold-out wines from the 2020 vintage, the 2021 release has been much awaited by those in the know. Crafted from meticulously selected vineyard blocks, the 2021 vintage celebrates the classic Burgundian varietals for which Haute Cabrière is known with a focus on: the phenomenal terroir of Franschhoek, the character of their Certified Old Chardonnay Vines planted in 1983, and the unique qualities of aging premium wines in traditional clay Amphorae.

Haute Cabrière winemaker Tim Hoek

Minimal intervention practices are followed for the Haute Collection wines, allowing the nature of the grape to shine. The Amphorae used is handmade in Italy and unlike oak, they do not impart any flavour of their own during the fermentation and aging process. This allows for a pure expression of the natural flavours of the fruit and the micro-climates within the chosen vineyard blocks within the wines.

Unlike most flagship ranges, the Haute Collection stands out amongst its peers as an elegant interpretation of premium wines with gently considered oaking. Unexpected in style, each wine is well-rounded, velvety soft, and sultry on the palate. A showcase of terroir, vintage, skill and beauty.

Haute Collection Chardonnay 2021

R 300.00 per bottle | R 2,160.00 per case of 6

From a block of Certified Old Vines planted in 1983, clay Amphorae were used in addition to 1st and 2nd fill French oak barrels for balanced depth and elegance. Enjoy the complex, subtle oak characters of this wine, with notes of citrus, followed by subtle notes of honey and butterscotch.

2021 VINTAGE | 1792 BOTTLES RELEASED

Haute Collection Amphora Semillon 2021

R 450.00 per bottle | R 2,700.00 per case of 6

From a single-block of some of Franshhoek’s oldest Semillon vines planted in the 1990's, the Amphora Semillon was fermented and matured in 450-litre clay Amphorae. Discover a textured mid-palate with well-balanced acidity which will allow this wine to evolve with aging over some years to come.

2021 VINTAGE | 721 BOTTLES RELEASED

Haute Collection Amphora Chardonnay 2021

R 500.00 per bottle | R 3,000.00 per case of 6

The Amphora Chardonnay hails from a single-block of Certified Old Vine Chardonnay planted in 1983. The wine was fermented and matured in 450-litre clay Amphorae for 12 months resulting in a wine which showcases tropical fruit flavours with nuanced lime and citrus, supported by great palate weight and firm acidity.

2021 VINTAGE | 856 BOTTLES RELEASED

Haute Collection Pinot Noir 2021

R 440.00 per bottle | R 2,640.00 per case of 6

From a small, triangular vineyard block only 0.8m hectares, high density planting results in small, intense berries for a wine with immense terroir character. Carefully matured for 12 months in French oak barrels, explore rich depth with plum and red cherry characteristics, followed by subtle earthy notes.

2021 VINTAGE | 2845 BOTTLES RELEASED

View from the deck of the Haute Cabrière winery

Ranging in price from R360 to R500 per bottle, the Haute Collection 2021 vintage is only available from Haute Cabrière’s Tasting Room and select restaurants. Wine enthusiasts wishing to sample this magnificent range can do so in the comfort of Haute Cabrière’s Vinoteque.

A family-led winery, Haute Cabrière has roots that extend deep into Franschhoek’s wine valley, heritage and community. With a passion for creating moments for people to share in together through quality wines, classic and Burgundian varietals are explored in pioneering blends and single-varietal wines. With two generations of Cellar Masters, our legacy extends back to the Huguenot Pierre Jourdan, the fruition of what we believe to have been his dream and life’s work in the 17th century. | cabriere.co.za

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Groote Post Harvest Celebration Lunch 2023

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Nederburg's Samuel Viljoen On Reaching Top 100 List: Not Me Alone

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Samuel Viljoen, cellar master of Nederburg since 2021, is modest to a fault as he shrugs off his most recent accolade.

Samuel Viljoen has just been featured as one of the world’s top 100 winemakers by The Drinks Business

“Winemaking is a team sport,” he emphasises, making sure to acknowledge his many wine-growing and winemaking colleagues.

The softly spoken preacher’s son has just been featured as one of the world’s top 100 winemakers by The Drinks Business. As a Master Winemaker 100 of 2023, he rubs shoulders with the likes of Olivier Humbrecht MW of Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Marimar Torres of Marimar Estate and Peter Gago of Penfolds fame.

His inclusion on the illustrious list is for the 2018 Nederburg Private Bin R163 Cabernet Sauvignon, winner of the Global Master’s 2022 title for Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was made when he was Nederburg’s red-wine maker.

He joined the cellar in 2007 after stints in Oregon in the US and in South Africa at Klein Constantia amongst others.

He concedes that his major strength lies in holding simultaneously onto the detail and the big picture. “When you consider the context of what you are doing, it becomes easier. You recognise how individual details can contribute to nuance and finesse in the execution of your intentions. Getting the run-up details right frees you to give reign to your artistry in the cellar.

“I like to think it’s an approach that helps to make me a good winemaker, and a good and organised leader with the ability to balance our priorities and demands, big and small,” he adds bashfully.

It’s how he succeeds in leading a team that can comfortably create a limited-edition cuvée like the Private Bin R163 Cabernet Sauvignon, at the same time as Baronne, Nederburg’s most popular red blend, produced from Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. A local favourite in the market for 50 years this year, it’s the go-to choice for many.

The 2018 Nederburg Private Bin R163 Cabernet Sauvignon, winner of the Global Master’s 2022 title for Cabernet Sauvignon

“If you were to calculate the frequency with which a bottle of Baronne is opened every day somewhere in South Africa, it would work out to one every 15 seconds!”

The winery produces an extensive range of red and white varietal and blended wines for local consumption and export to over 80 markets worldwide.

“It matters just as much to us when a wine connoisseur comes to talk to us at a show about our small-scale specialty wines as when we chat to regular wine lovers who want to tell us what they enjoy about our popular, widely available wines.

“It’s a huge responsibility but also massively motivating when you hear that a wine from our cellars is chosen to mark an important event in someone’s life – a wedding anniversary, a birthday, celebrating a promotion or a homecoming.”

His preference is for reds. “Of course, I love white wines too and so much depends on the occasion but if I have to choose, it will be red. Putting aside for the moment that Cabernet Sauvignon is my first love (only oenologically speaking, otherwise it’s my wife Corlize), I’m also loving working with the Mediterranean varieties so well suited to our climate, such as Shiraz, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault.

As keen as he is to validate the contribution of the vineyard and cellar teams at Nederburg, he stresses that having four South African winners on this year’s Master Winemaker 100 list is positive for the country. “Graham Weerts of Capensis, Bruce Jack of Bruce Jack Wines, and Dewaldt Heyns of Saronsberg and ourselves. It feels good to be in such company.”

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The 2023 Wine Tourism Conference

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UPCOMING WINE TOURISM CONFERENCE TO BRING TOP BRAND MAVENS TO MOTIVATE AND EXPAND CURRENT THINKING

“Brands, brand building and brand distinction” is the theme for the 2023 Wine Tourism Conference, sponsored by Wesgro, Delta Air Lines and WWF, that takes place on 17 May at Lanzerac, Stellenbosch.

Margi Biggs, convenor of the annual event, now in its seventh year, has marshalled an impressive list of international and local marketing, branding and tourism experts and innovators as speakers for the event.

“On the whole, local wine tourism is doing well and is approaching recovery to 2019 levels,” says Biggs. “While we fervently hope this trend will continue, the global economic outlook remains uncertain. If we are to continue to attract long-haul international visitors as well as those closer to home, including domestically, we are going to have to be that much smarter, nimbler, and more compelling in our offerings and the way we deliver them.”

According to Andile Ntingi, founder of GetBiz, writing for Business Day, the South African government hopes to attract 21m international visitors a year by 2030. In 2019, a total of 10,2m travellers entered the country.

“Prominent wine commentator Michael Fridjhon highlighted last year how useful attendance at the conference can be for winery CEOs and managers. As he stressed, now, more than ever, we must find convincing new ways to take our wineries to customers. We believe delegates will come away inspired and enthused by what they learn this year.”

The keynote address on brand building and brand distinction will be delivered by Pepe Marais, co-founder and group chief creative officer of Joe Public United, one of the country’s foremost branding and communication agencies. A leadership and self-development mentor, he is also the author of Growing Greatness: A Journey Towards Personal and Business Mastery.

A much-in-demand Australian to take the podium will be Peter McAtamney, who heads Wine Business Solutions (Australia), global specialists in wine market research, wine education and direct to consumer (DTC) wine business. He works actively in the South African, Australian, New Zealand and Spanish markets.

Another major drawcard will be Australian wine tourism suprema Robin Shaw. Founder of the celebrated consultancy Wine Tourism Australia, she is a popular speaker on the global wine tourism circuit and the brains behind Wine Australia’s newest Growing Wine Tourism programme. She works with a range of wine and tourism bodies, not only in Australia but globally, and has even consulted to VinPro.

Mike Ratcliffe, CEO of the Stellenbosch Wine Route, who has been a leading player in re-establishing the pre-eminence of Stellenbosch as a centre of excellence, will be addressing ways in which to build collective brand identities. He was a major contributor to the success of Warwick Wines and more recently, Vilafonté, established as the first South African/US joint wine venture. Stellenbosch Wine Route is also a sponsor of this event.

The day-long event will feature several other prominent tourism and branding specialists. They include Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, CEO of the Tourism Business Council of South Africa; Katlego Flocart Ditlhokwe, founder of brand strategist agency The Hyphen; Chantel Botha, MD of Brandlove Training, who will discuss cultivating brand warriors; and Hardy McQueen, executive producer, The CyberCellar Wineshow, who will be talking about diversity and inclusion of audiences.

Wesgro will open the conference. Delta Air Lines will talk about changing trends in air travel.

While Paul Siguqa, CEO of Klein Goederust in Franschhoek, will be looking at building a new South African brand; DTC futurist Andrew Douglas will be moderating a discussion on rebuilding established brands. Panellists to appear will be wine personalities Hein Koegelenberg, Kevin Arnold and Pieter Cronjé.

A panel discussion on how eco-conservation can impact brand building will be moderated by André Morgenthal, project manager of the Old Vine Project. Panellists will include Shelly Fuller of WWF South Africa, Jeremy Borg of Painted Wolf Wines and Kathryn Cilliers of Spier.

The early-bird rate to attend the conference is R2 500 (plus VAT). If you book after 7 April, the cost per person escalates to R3 450 (plus VAT). Go to https://winetourism.co.za/register/ to reserve your seat.

For further details, please visit https://winetourism.co.za/.

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Family values underpin Loxtonia and Van Loveren partnership

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A strategic partnership between two established family-owned businesses, Loxtonia Cider and Van Loveren Family Vineyards, bodes well for significant growth in the South African premium cider market and paves the way for global expansion.

From left to right: Phillip Retief, Van Loveren Managing Director, Larry Whitfield, founder and chief cider maker at Loxtonia Cider, and Bussell Retief, Production Director at Van Loveren.

This new partnership sees the collaboration of two like-minded businesses with strong family oriented values and deep ties to farming communities in the Western Cape.

Nurtured from ‘orchard to bottle’ by the Whitfield family on their apple farm in the Ceres Valley, Loxtonia Cider is a flag bearer for sustainability and has grown into a trusted premium cider brand in just over four years.

Sharing similar values, Van Loveren, Africa’s leading family-owned private wine business situated in the Robertson Valley, has been in the Retief family for over three generations.

“This strategic partnership opens up new opportunities in terms of distribution and accessibility that will take our premium ciders to the next level,” says Loxtonia founder and chief cider maker, Larry Whitfield.

“We believe that the Retiefs of Van Loveren are a natural fit for us as it allows us to remain true to our agricultural roots and ‘orchard to bottle’ premise, while letting us tap into their vast expertise in finding new routes to market on the local front as well as opening up export opportunities,” he adds.

Widely acclaimed for their quality and premium wine offering, Van Loveren export their products to more than 68 countries and are market leaders in many categories. The partnership with Loxtonia marks Van Loveren’s first foray into the cider market.

“Our partnership with Loxtonia supports Van Loveren’s growth strategy, specifically as far as growing our premium offering is concerned, and further expansion into the non-wine liquor category,” says Phillip Retief, Managing Director of Van Loveren Family Vineyards.

“The unique market position Loxtonia has, being made from 100% apples, completely natural with no preservatives etc., was particularly attractive to us. A further synergy was that Loxtonia is family-owned, and we very well understand the culture, dynamics and sentiments that drive such a business,” he concludes.

What started as a passion project for Larry with support on the marketing side from daughter Alexandra, has seen Loxtonia become South Africa’s top achieving premium cider. Accolades across their range of ciders from prestigious local and international competitions include ‘best cider in the world’ at London’s International Cider Challenge, and numerous medals at the World Cider Awards including Gold for best label design.

Loxtonia is made entirely from naturally fermented, freshly pressed apples grown on the family farm. Their philosophy of nurturing the complete cider making process from ‘orchard to bottle’ is the core of their business starting with the soil and sustainable farming practices and ending with the cider in the bottle. Recycling, composting and a substantial investment into solar power attest to the Whitfield’s overarching commitment to sustainability.

Loxtonia has a wide range of premium ciders to suit every palate that can be tasted at the cidery in Ceres. For more information, visit www.loxtonia.co.za/

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Tokara Rare Plant Fair and Autumn Open Garden 2023

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Experience Tokara in all its autumn splendour when this acclaimed Stellenbosch family wine and olive estate opens its extensive farm garden to the public for the annual Rare Plant Fair on Saturday, 22 April 2023.

Tokara private garden

Meander through tranquil walks dotted with sculptures by local artists while taking in the magnificent vistas over the large garden dam. The dedicated indigenous garden, textures in the cork oak forest and the fresh scents wafting from the terraces of the picking garden will captivate all the senses.

The latest addition to the farm’s inspiring collection of natural marvels is the indigenous Adamastor Moss Garden. The serene space inspired by ancient gardens of Zen Buddhist monks, is 100% local with all the rocks and moss originating within a few kilometres away. Created by international moss gardener Gert van Tonder, it shares the beauty, humility and harmony of the Zen gardens of Japan, yet is quintessentially Tokara. As the moss garden takes shape, you can see how local sandstone and granite blend with indigenous mosses and fynbos to recreate the ambiance of an ancient Japanese garden.

The indigenous Adamastor Moss Garden

Other enchanting secrets worth discovering are the inspiring vegetable garden, wetlands and the gurgling mountain stream flowing into soothing lily ponds.

The wide variety of plants on sale from indigenous flora such as fynbos and proteas to the more exotic, will appeal to all garden enthusiasts. Besides coffee and other refreshments, Tokara will be well represented with their elegant wines and award winning extra virgin olive oils.

The Tokara Rare Plant Fair and Autumn Open Garden 2023 opens from 08h00 until 16h00. Entry for adults is R50 in aid of a local charity. Children under 10 have free entry. The Tokara Tasting Lounge, restaurants and delicatessen will be open as usual on the Saturday.

For more information on the Open Garden visit www.tokara.com or email opengarden@tokara.com. Email Karin Alant at info@rareplantfair.co.za for enquiries regarding the Rare Plant Fair.

Diary listing information:

Date: Saturday, 22 April 2023
Time: 08h00 – 16h00
Tickets: R50 per adult
Venue: Tokara Wine and Olive Farm, Helshoogte Pass, Stellenbosch
Contact: opengarden@tokara.com www.rareplantfair.co.za

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Klein Roosboom Unveils Flagship Cap Classiques

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Klein Roosboom has given life to a flagship Cap Classique range that represents a new milestone for this boutique family winery.

Comprising two limited-release wines – a brut and brut rosé – the newcomers have spent more than four years in the making.

Together, they represent the culmination of a long-held dream born at the very beginning of this winery in the Durbanville Wine Valley.

Winemaking at Klein Roosboom started in 2007 with matriarch Karin de Villiers, who had one goal in mind - to make her own champagne. Now, more than a decade and a half later, the family has added the My Way apex collection of sparkling wines to the broader portfolio that includes Marné Brut Cap Classique.

The wines were conceived as a reflection of their provenance, proximity to the ocean and the passion of the De Villiers Family, which has grown Klein Roosboom from humble beginnings.

“This is a very special occasion for us,” says Karin. “Our wines have traditionally been named after family members. The My Way range was however named in tribute to my father, who loved that song made famous by Frank Sinatra.

“To us, we like to think of it as making wine our way, for wine lovers to enjoy their way.”

Klein Roosboon matriarch, Karin de Villiers

Success has followed as a result. The new flagship 2019 My Way Brut Nature and 2019 My Way Brut Rosé have already achieved pre-release recognition at two leading shows. Platter’s South African wine guide awarded four stars to the My Way Brut Rosé, and four and a half stars to the My Way Brut Nature. Both wines received Gold at the 2022 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards and the Rosé, Gold at the Rosé Wine and Spirit Challenge.

The combination of cool, ocean breezes and fertile soils create the ideal terroir for making outstanding wine and especially Cap Classique at Klein Roosboom. Grapes for the latter were harvested early morning to preserve their flavours. In their making, both wines spent 12 months developing flavour on the lees in a tank and a further 27 months of lees contact while maturing in bottle.

The new flagship 2019 My Way Brut Nature

The resulting zero-dosage My Way Brut Nature 2019 is a wine rich and fresh on the nose with notes of lemon curd, roasted nuts and caramel popcorn. On the palate, it is crisp and linear, developing a silky-smoothness with well-balanced acidity that draws out subtle notes of nectarines.

The My Way Brut Rosé 2019 shows the colour of a golden sunset. On the nose there are fresh notes of nuts, raspberries, and pomegranates. The palate entry is well-rounded with medium acidity, and a blueberry finish.

The decision to make two bubblies worthy of bearing the My Way label began in 2019, says Karin. They would need packaging worthy of the journey, so a special bottle was imported, and renowned designer and illustrator Hannes Koegelenberg contracted.

Hannes combined antique illustrations with classic elements and letter types to create an elegant and timeless design. Several subtle inclusions reflect the Klein Roosboom story. “The use of cherubs frolicking with wine barrels and flowers lends a playful perspective,” he says.

The 2019 My Way Brut Rosé

“Altogether, the design reflects the Old World charm and contemporary passion that really sums up what Klein Roosboom is all about.”

Only 2 890 bottles of the 2019 My Way Brut Nature and 1 350 bottles of the 2019 My Way Brut Rosé have been produced. They are priced at R327/bottle.

Other wines of the My Way range include a Sauvignon Blanc from 35-year-old bush vines, a barrel selection red blend and a Petit Verdot.

All are available directly from the winery’s online store at https://kleinroosboom.co.za/shop/. The store offers free shipping for orders over R2000.

Klein Roosboom winemaker Piti Coetzee

Klein Roosboom is situated off Tygerberg Valley Road, just minutes from Cape Town CBD. It is renowned for its wines as well as a destination for Jéan Restaurant, the farm’s unique wine tasting caves and a variety of other family-friendly experiences.

The wine tasting room is open from Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00. Jéan Restaurant is open on the same days, but from 09:00 – 16:00.

Stay up to date with activities via @KleinRoosboom on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Contact Klein Roosboom on 0860 572 572 or info@kleinroosboom.co.za.