BLANKbottle
South Africa's most innovative producer. Bringing you the mad scientist and elite surfer of BLANKbottle, Pieter Walser.
Wines imported: Too many to list. It's a lot and it varies.
Catherine Marshall Wines
The first woman in the history of South Africa with an eponymous label, Catherine Marshall has been pioneering since the 1996 beach foot stomp that produced three barrels and ignited her brand.
Wines imported: Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chenin Fermented in Clay, Pinot Noir on Sandstone Soils, Pinot Noir on Clay Soils, Peter's Vision.
Kershaw Wines
From chef in England to winemaker in South Africa (picking up Master of Wine credentials along the way), Richard Kershaw landed in the Elgin Valley to create clonally-selected, site-specific, cool climate wines. He has led the way in bringing international recognition to the world-class wines of Elgin. And if you'd like to learn more about norisoprenoids, just ask.
Wines imported: Clonal Selection Chardonnay, Clonal Selection Pinot Noir, Clonal Selection Syrah.
Le Riche Wines
Cabernet is King, from the Kings of Cabernet. Founded by legend Etienne le Riche, the Stellenbosch story is now being led into a new generation by Christo le Riche.
Wines imported: Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon, Richesse.
Maanschijn
Co-founded by friends Paul Hoogwerf and Douglas Mylrea, their individual wine journeys led them to a collaboration in a small heritage site of a former flower shed where they are making unique wines under the “moonlight”, at the base of the Maanschynkop in Walker Bay. Wines imported: Herbarium Cape White, Herbarium Cape Red, Brunch Club Méthode Ancestrale.
Rall Wines
Vision, creativity, and the pursuit of sustained excellence has established Donovan Rall as one of the most important examples of what is possible in South Africa. Producing wines among the best in the country's history, a giant in the field.
Wines Imported: White, Red, Méthode Ancestrale, Grenache Blanc, Cinsault, Syrah, Callender Peak Chardonnay.
Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons
At the foot of the Simonsberg mountain in Franchhoek, a partnership was formed in 1997 between South African Entrepreneur Dr. Anton Rupert and Baron Edmond de Rothschild of France. The two friends shared a passion for wine and a vision to integrate the traditions of France with the innovative potential of South Africa. In addition to producing brilliant wines, Rupert and Rothschild has been a leader in local philanthropy through environmental conservation and community development initiatives.
Wines imported: Baron Edmond, Baroness Nadine, Classique.
Swerwer
After years spent working for legends of the Swartland Revolution, Jasper Wickens decided to create his own. He remained in the Swartland, but the "wanderer" found his place with wife and viticulturist Franziska, focusing on the unique aspects of Waterval Farm in the Paardeberg.
Wines Imported: Chenin Blanc, Red, Rooi-Groen Sémillon, Touriga Nacional, Shiraz.
Stony Brook Vineyards
Inspired by their love of wines from Europe, the McNaught family founded Stony Brook in 1995 on an old fruit farm and replanted the entire property to vines. Now led by Craig McNaught, the ambitious range from Cap Classique to Noble Late Harvest is surpassed only by the salubrious setting nestled in the Bo-Hoek region of Franschhoek.
Wines imported: The Lyle, The J, The Max
Vuurberg
He came for the kite surfing and stayed for the wine. Vuurberg ("Fire Mountain") was established by Dutchman Sebastiaan Klaassen in 2000 on the Helshoogte Pass that connects Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Sebastiaan eventually made the wise decision to retain Donovan Rall as winemaker, just as Donovan was beginning his ascent with his own label and they've stuck together since.
Wines imported: White, Red.