WOLF & WOMAN Wines Grenache Blanc 2023

Wolf & Woman Grenache Blanc is a blend of grapes from two different vineyards and regions. One grows in the Voor-Paardeberg region in granitic soils. The singular nature of the terroir of the Voor-Paardeberg is underpinned by the influence of the South Westerly wind which starts to blow here in the afternoon. Viticulturers call this wind the ‘Table Bay air-conditioner”. It allows the vineyards to cool down at night, which means the grapes ripen slower and maintain their acidity better.

The second vineyard grows in Piekenierskloof Mountains, at an altitude of 650m above sea level, in sandstone soils. Grapes that grow at higher altitude encounter a larger variance between day and night temperatures – the cold nights preserve acidity in grapes and results in fresher wines. High altitudes also enjoy more intense sunlight, so grapes grow thicker skins, which results in more intense flavour and tighter tannins.