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Keermont Terrasse 2023

R281

Terrasse (pronounced ta-ras-ah), is our barrel fermented white blend which is named after the terraced vineyards leading up the Helderberg and Stellenbosch mountainsides on the estate. We have six different white wine varieties planted on these terraces and every year we make up a unique blend. It changes year to year, depending on what the vintage gives us. The core component is always Chenin blanc from our dryland bush vine Bobbejaan Wingerd (Baboon Vineyard), and the trellised Low Road vineyard. Chardonnay gives the blend some weight on the palate, Sauvignon blanc from our dryland vineyard ‘Uitkyk’ (planted in 1988) brings fresh acidity, and the drops of Roussanne, Marsanne, and Viognier give a slight spicy, aromatic lift. Small batches of grapes are selected according to ripeness, harvested by hand and vinified separately. Terrasse is fermented by indigenous yeast in seasoned French oak barrels and then spends a further 12 months maturing on the lees. Bottling is carried out by hand with minimal fining or filtration.

TASTING NOTE

The Terrasse 2023 has a light green gold colour. The nose is inviting with notes of spring flowers, ripe apricots and citrus, and hints of barley. The palate is soft and luscious at first, then opens up with lovely fresh acidity and an array of flavours like apricot, peach and quince complimented by richer, spicier and savoury fruit. This follows into a lingering aftertaste with a light phenolic grip. A thin line of salty acidity gives the wine a succulent finish. Drink 2024-2035.

VINTAGE REPORT

The 2023 vintage will be remembered as one of the wettest growing seasons that we have had at Keermont. We had a nice cold and wet winter which set the vines on a good course. Spring saw warm conditions with regular rain, ideal for the development of the vine shoots and bunches. The season seemed to be drying out in November and the growth slowed down dramatically. In December we had a wave of cold fronts bringing in more rain and the vineyards started growing again giving the vineyard team lots of canopy work to do to prepare for harvest. Despite all the rain, we were able to stay on top of our schedule and establish healthy crops of grapes on the vines. Harvest started at the end of January, a fairly normal time for us to start picking. Regular showers of rain during harvest meant that we needed to stop and start to give the vineyards a chance to dry out. Harvest lasted about seven weeks and we processed 89 tons in the winery. The grapes were healthy and the young wines are tasting beautiful with great elegance.

BLOCKS

BLOCK	VARIETY	PLANTED	YIELD	%
Low Road	Chenin Blanc	2007	8.9 ton/Ha	30%
Bobbejaan	Chenin Blanc	2009	7.9 ton/Ha	16%
Uitkyk	Sauv Blanc	1988	2.5 ton/Ha	15%
Low Road	Chardonnay	2007	8.0 ton/Ha	12%
Die Terrasse	Chardonnay	2009	1.9 ton/Ha	3%
Cottage Lane	Viognier	2006	10.7 ton/Ha	12%
Riverside	Roussanne	2014	8.1 ton/Ha	10%
Riverside	Marsanne	2014	3.9 ton/Ha	2%

ANALYSIS

Alc: 13.5% pH: 3.23 TA: 6.7g/L RS: 1.2g/L TSO2: 85mg/L VA: 0.41g/L

ACCOLADES

TERRASSE 23: 5 stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 23: 90 pts NEAL MARTIN (VINOUS) TERRASSE 23: 93 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 22: 4 ½ stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 22: 93 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 22: 93 pts NEAL MARTIN (VINOUS) TERRASSE 21: 91 pts WINE SPECTATOR TERRASSE 21: 5 stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 21: 93 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 21: 91 pts NEAL MARTIN (VINOUS) TERRASSE 20: 90 pts WINE SPECTATOR TERRASSE 20: 4 ½ stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 20: 90 pts NEAL MARTIN (VINOUS) TERRASSE 19: 91 pts WINE SPECTATOR TERRASSE 19: 94 pts NEAL MARTIN (VINOUS) TERRASSE 19: 93 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 19: 95 pts CHRISTIAN EEDES (Wine Magazine) TERRASSE 19: 92 pts JAMES SUCKLING (MW) TERRASSE 19: 4 ½ stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 18: 94 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 18: 92 pts NEAL MARTIN (VINOUS) TERRASSE 18: 93 pts CHRISTIAN EEDES (Wine Magazine) TERRASSE 18: 4 ½ stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 17: 94 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 17: 4 ½ stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 16: FIRST CLASS Japan Airlines TERRASSE 16: 93pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 16: 4 ½ stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 16: 90 pts NEAL MARTIN TERRASSE 15: 95 pts Cape White Blend Report - Wine Magazine 2017 TERRASSE 15: 93 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 15: 4 stars PLATTER GUIDE TERRASSE 15: 92 pts WINE SPECTATOR TERRASSE 15: 93 pts NEAL MARTIN (Wine Advocate) TERRASSE 14: FIRST CLASS British Airways TERRASSE 14: 94 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 14: 90 pts WINE SPECTATOR 2016 TERRASSE 14: 4½ stars PLATTER GUIDE 2016 TERRASSE 14: 93 pts NEAL MARTIN (Wine Advocate) TERRASSE 13: FIRST CLASS British Airways TERRASSE 13: 17 pts JANCIS ROBINSON TERRASSE 13: 89 pts NEAL MARTIN (Wine Advocate) TERRASSE 13: 94 pts TIM ATKIN (MW) TERRASSE 13: MATTHEW JUKES WoW in Money week: “scintillating “– 21 November 2014 TERRASSE 13: 4 stars PLATTER GUIDE

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Keermont 4 Barrels Rosé Magnum 2024

R500

75% Mourvèdre; 25% Syrah The Keermont 4 Barrels Rosé 2024 is a barrel fermented Rosé made up of three barrels of Mourvèdre and one barrel of Syrah. The Mourvèdre grows high up in the Steepside vineyard and the Syrah grapes come from the Sweetwater vineyard lower in the valley which ripens very late allowing us plenty of time to pick some nice fresh grapes for the Rosé. Winemaking: The batches are harvested early (before they are very ripe) for freshness in the wine. The grapes are left on the skins for about an hour to draw just the right amount of colour before being basket pressed. The juice is fermented in seasoned French oak barrels and left to settle for about 6 months before being bottled by hand. Total of 1156 bottles and 50 Magnums produced. TASTING NOTE Pale onion skin pink in colour, this wine has powerful aromas of ripe strawberry, litchi, and watermelon. The palate is soft and textured with vibrant acidity. Beautiful tropical and stone fruit flavours are complimented by vanilla undertones. Drink now, but will last for at least 5 years. ANALYSIS Alc: 14.0% pH: 3.39 TA: 4.9 g/L RS: 2.1 g/L TSO2: 58 mg/L VA: 0.60 g/L VINTAGE REPORT A cold, wet winter set the vines up for the growing season. The early season ran smoothly, but unfavourable conditions during flowering led to a smaller crop that we initially expected. A series of heat waves in the second half of the ripening season saw the small crop ripening quickly. The crop was down by 30% although the quality is looking excellent.

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Keermont 4 Barrels Rosé 2024

R210

75% Mourvèdre; 25% Syrah The Keermont 4 Barrels Rosé 2024 is a barrel fermented Rosé made up of three barrels of Mourvèdre and one barrel of Syrah. The Mourvèdre grows high up in the Steepside vineyard and the Syrah grapes come from the Sweetwater vineyard lower in the valley which ripens very late allowing us plenty of time to pick some nice fresh grapes for the Rosé. Winemaking: The batches are harvested early (before they are very ripe) for freshness in the wine. The grapes are left on the skins for about an hour to draw just the right amount of colour before being basket pressed. The juice is fermented in seasoned French oak barrels and left to settle for about 6 months before being bottled by hand. Total of 1156 bottles and 50 Magnums produced. TASTING NOTE Pale onion skin pink in colour, this wine has powerful aromas of ripe strawberry, litchi, and watermelon. The palate is soft and textured with vibrant acidity. Beautiful tropical and stone fruit flavours are complimented by vanilla undertones. Drink now, but will last for at least 5 years. ANALYSIS Alc: 14.0% pH: 3.39 TA: 4.9 g/L RS: 2.1 g/L TSO2: 58 mg/L VA: 0.60 g/L VINTAGE REPORT A cold, wet winter set the vines up for the growing season. The early season ran smoothly, but unfavourable conditions during flowering led to a smaller crop that we initially expected. A series of heat waves in the second half of the ripening season saw the small crop ripening quickly. The crop was down by 30% although the quality is looking excellent.

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