A Rosé from Merlot and Shiraz which was whole bunch pressed and removed from skins immediately. A touch of Sauvignon Blanc from our vineyards was added for a crisp finish. Rose petals on the nose with a hint of strawberry on the palate.

Bright, crisp ruby with hints of youthful purple around the edges.  Initial wafts of cedar and toasty oak are balanced out by hints of ripe, red berry-fruit. Fresh Mulberry and Raspberry nuances also with a touch of sweet vanilla in the background.  Clean, crisp and elegant, this vintage tends to be slightly leaner than its predecessors but with the same integrity of pure Pinotage fruit. The tannins are wonderfully ripe and integrated and result in a very friendly, unobtrusive and lasting finish.

In the Cellar

After destemming and crushing, the mash was transferred to closed, horizontal stainless steel tanks where fermentation was induced by the addition of a variety of pure yeast strains. Fermentation took place at 28° to 30°C with light pneumatic pressing taking place just prior to the completion of fermentation.

A portion of the wine completed fermentation in stainless steel tanks while the rest was transferred to oak barrels

where both the alcoholic and malolactic fermentation were completed. After 21 months of barrel maturation, the different batches were blended and returned to barrels for an extra month before being prepared for bottling. Only 25% of the barrels used were new with the origin spread being: 53% French oak, 37% American oak, 5% Hungarian oak and 5% Eastern European oak. A total of 5 498 cases were produced with each case comprising 12 x 750ml bottles.

This is the maiden vintage by Peter de Wet, third generation winemaker on De Wetshof. An elegant Brut Methode Cap Classique with yeasty citrus aromas and zesty mineral flavours. Small petillant bubbles tingle on the long, lingering palate.

The ideal companion to all festive occasions.

A youthful fresh and fruity wine with quince and pear drop flavours. Earlier picked freshness shows on palate with crunchy green apple and grapefruit flavours. Good mouthfeel and appetisingly tangy finish.

Perfect everyday drinking wine. Should last half an hour with the cap off and reach for the next bottle!
Serve with all flavoursome, light al fresco summertime meals.