Babylonstoren Mourvedre Rose 2024, Simonsberg-Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa

2024 vintage: Area of production: On the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain between the wine-growing areas of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. Soil composition: Klapmuts/Longlands type soils of Malmesbury shale origin. Vinification and production: Grapes were given minimal skin contact in the press, after which cold fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks for three weeks. It was racked off the primary lees and kept on the secondary lees for a month. Small components of the total rosé blend were fermented and matured in Nomblot cement eggs and terracotta clay amphorae. Organoleptic description: Dry, unwooded, medium-bodied rosé wine. Color: Light pink salmon. Bouquet: Strawberries and rose petals on the nose. Taste: A hint of watermelon and crushed pomegranate on the palate, rounded off with fresh acidity for a delicious, lingering mouth-feel.