Joostenberg Die Agteros Old Vine Chenin 2023
When oxen were used as draft animals the youngest, least experienced ox was positioned at the rear of the team. As he got stronger and more skilled he worked his way to the front, hence the Afrikaans saying "agteros kom ook in die kraal", meaning "the hind ox gets there eventually". These grapes come from the oldest vineyard on the farm, planted in 1982. This lovingly tended vineyard was under-valued for many years before its real potential was noticed.
When oxen were used as draft animals the youngest, least experienced ox was positioned at the rear of the team. As he got stronger and more skilled he worked his way to the front, hence the Afrikaans saying "agteros kom ook in die kraal", meaning "the hind ox gets there eventually". These grapes come from the oldest vineyard on the farm, planted in 1982. This lovingly tended vineyard was under-valued for many years before its real potential was noticed.
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Joostenberg Die Agteros Old Vine Chenin 2023
When oxen were used as draft animals the youngest, least experienced ox was positioned at the rear of the team. As he got stronger and more skilled he worked his way to the front, hence the Afrikaans saying "agteros kom ook in die kraal", meaning "the hind ox gets there eventually". These grapes come from the oldest vineyard on the farm, planted in 1982. This lovingly tended vineyard was under-valued for many years before its real potential was noticed.
The Winemaker
Tyrrel Myburgh, the 5th generation of his family to farm at Joostenberg, is committed to organic farming and natural winemaking.
WINEMAKING WIZARDRY
Grapes are whole-bunch pressed and fermented with natural yeasts in a unique combination of clay amphorae, concrete eggs, and older French oak barrels. It's aged on its lees for 10 months.
STYLE
A profound Chenin Blanc from a truly old, organic vineyard, showcasing a commitment to natural winemaking.
TERIOR
The grapes are from a dry-farmed old vine vineyard planted in 1982 on the Joostenberg farm. The soils are a mix of decomposed granite and clay, and the farm is certified organic.
COMPOSITION
100% Chenin Blanc.
REGION
South Africa, Paarl.
The Winemaker
Tyrrel Myburgh, the 5th generation of his family to farm at Joostenberg, is committed to organic farming and natural winemaking.
WINEMAKING WIZARDRY
Grapes are whole-bunch pressed and fermented with natural yeasts in a unique combination of clay amphorae, concrete eggs, and older French oak barrels. It's aged on its lees for 10 months.
TERIOR
The grapes are from a dry-farmed old vine vineyard planted in 1982 on the Joostenberg farm. The soils are a mix of decomposed granite and clay, and the farm is certified organic.
COMPOSITION
100% Chenin Blanc.
REGION
South Africa, Paarl.
STYLE
A profound Chenin Blanc from a truly old, organic vineyard, showcasing a commitment to natural winemaking.
Joostenberg Die Agteros Old Vine Chenin 2023
When oxen were used as draft animals the youngest, least experienced ox was positioned at the rear of the team. As he got stronger and more skilled he worked his way to the front, hence the Afrikaans saying "agteros kom ook in die kraal", meaning "the hind ox gets there eventually". These grapes come from the oldest vineyard on the farm, planted in 1982. This lovingly tended vineyard was under-valued for many years before its real potential was noticed.
WINEMAKING WIZARDRY
Grapes are whole-bunch pressed and fermented with natural yeasts in a unique combination of clay amphorae, concrete eggs, and older French oak barrels. It's aged on its lees for 10 months.
STYLE
A profound Chenin Blanc from a truly old, organic vineyard, showcasing a commitment to natural winemaking.
REGION
South Africa, Paarl.
COMPOSITION
100% Chenin Blanc.
TERIOR
The grapes are from a dry-farmed old vine vineyard planted in 1982 on the Joostenberg farm. The soils are a mix of decomposed granite and clay, and the farm is certified organic.
The Winemaker
Tyrrel Myburgh, the 5th generation of his family to farm at Joostenberg, is committed to organic farming and natural winemaking.
