Randolph tastes the wines with dave and shares his thoughts. He also explains to us the process of extended masuration….
Archive | April, 2008
2008 Harvest Report – Boschendal (Episode 12)
Thinus Kruger talks to us about what contributes to the growing of good grapes and what it is like, as a winemaker, to work with Shiraz in the cellers…
2008 Harvest Report – Franschhoek Vineyards (Episode 11)
Richard Duckitt introduces us to the Stonewalker blend and tells us about the changes that have taken place at Franschhoek Vineyards, since the DGB takeover…
2008 Harvest Report – Rustenberg (Episode 10)
Gareths gives his opinion on how the red wines are looking, we meet Robert a new face in the celler and Emma’s doing the pump over. Everybody is busy making 2008 a year to remember…
2008 Harvest Report – Bellingham (Episode 9) Dragons Lair
Dragons Lair is Shiraz made in the French style, with a splash and a dash of Viognier picked on the same day. The varieties then co-ferment in the tanks, creating a full and balanced wine.
2008 Harvest Report – Rustenberg (Episode 8)
Acids in the Merlot, Murray working in the cellar, Randolph coping with the pressure, and another vintage like ’99…all in a days’ work for Dave, Simon and the team.
