$65.00
2023 High Paradise is a pure expression of Savagnin and Chardonnay from 30+ year old vines. Some Savagnin is crushed by foot along with Chardonnay and then direct pressed and fermented in their favourite old puncheon. whilst the other half of the Savagnin ripens for a further week or two. This is then whole bunch macerated, bringing mineral depth, aroma and savouriness to this cuvee. Drinking beautifully now, this wine is also at the very beginning of its elegance and we see that there is much longevity to this High Paradise.
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Manon Farm occupies a beautiful part of the Forest Range, on a ridge some six hundred metres above sea level, with views all the way down to the Indian Ocean at the Gulf of Saint Vincent.
The elevation and cool breezes from the gulf make for a long, slow ripening period, a real blessing in this country. The soils are a complex mix of red clay, quartz and schist, which gives the wines their compact nature, along with a distinctive mineral character.
Tim and Mon are deeply passionate about the land and for them, this extends well beyond the growing of grapes. Only four and a half of the farm’s ten hectares are planted with vineyards, the rest is left to orchards, vegetable gardens and native forest. They employ many biodynamic principles, tailoring this application to the needs of the farm, working without irrigation and with a real focus on diversity that allows nature to find its balance. They do not use chemicals in the vineyards and instead focus on infusions of seaweed, herbs and minerals to let the plants thrive.
Their work in the cellar is driven by patience and a real sensibility. Winemaking is fluent and dynamic, allowing the two to make thoughtful, original wines based upon what nature has offered them that year. Nothing is ever added and importantly, nothing is released until ready, allowing their pure, vibrant wines to garner layers of character and poise.
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