Manor House Wines
“We make classical styled wines with minimal intervention, using only grapes grown in our decomposed-granite and shale soils – a pure expression of Stanford Valley terroir. Extensive research, well considered varietal and clonal selection, meticulous soil preparation and patience are the building blocks to creating elegant, well-balanced wines of character and complexity, with great aging potential.”
— Helanie Olivier, winemaker
Uitbundig Brut Rose MCC 2023
Winemaking: The grapes were whole bunch pressed with a yield of 600L / ton & co-fermented. It spent 15 months on the lees prior to disgorgement. A portion of the total production will be released at a later stage, allowing for a second disgorgement with extended aging on the lees.
Tasting Notes: A blend of 70% Pinot Noir & 30% Chardonnay. Methode Cap Classique from a cool terroir layered with red berry fruits, a fine lively mousse & a long dry finish. Fun & versatile, yet satisfyingly complex – a food friendly anywhere, anytime Cap Classique.
Food pairing: Smoked salmon, Duck with cherries, Brie & prosciutto
Recognition: Trophy Wine Show: 88/100
Price per box: R1650/box (6 bottles)
Lieverd Chenin Blanc 2023:
Winemaking: Meticulous sorting in vineyard ; Wholebunch pressing; Barrel fermentation; French oak barrels, 50% new oak, rest older barrels; Partial malolactic fermentation on part of the wine, 6 months barrel aging prior to bottling, 6 months bottle aging prior to release
Tasting notes: Chenin Blanc from a cool terroir with green apple and honey notes, and a bright mineral freshness. Easy to enjoy, solo or with a meal.
Food pairing: Seafood dishes, Bobotie, curries
Recognition: Trophy Wine Show: 88/100
Price per box: R1380/box (6 bottles)
Eersteling Syrah/Grenache Noir 2023:
Winemaking: Meticulous sorting in vineyard; 100% destemmed; Two thirds crushed; One third whole berry; Fermented in open 600L French oak barrels; Aged for 18 months in 225L French oak barrels – one third new oak; Also available in magnum
Tasting Notes: A blend of Syrah and Grenache grown in a cool terroir which enhances the elegance and pure expression of the fruit. There are red and black berries, a subtle earthy tone and delicate pepperiness on a firm palate for satisfying drinking.
Food pairing: Lamb, steak, oxtail
Recognition: 89 points at the Investec Trophy Wine Show
Price per box: R1500/box (6 bottles)
Gesellig Chardonnay 2024
Winemaking: After settling it was racked to 225L French oak barrels for fermentation (50% new, 50% 4th fill). Natural fermentation and partial malolactic fermentation was allowed on one third of the wine to add complexity and to balance the natural high acidity.
Tasting Notes: Barrel fermented Chardonnay from a cool terroir. Fresh, pure & clean with delicate pear, citrus & white flower notes & a touch of mineral salinity.
Food pairing: Grilled fish, shellfish, roasted chicken
Recognition: 89 points at The Investec Trophy Wine Show
Price per box: R1380/box (six bottles)
Vrypostig Pinot Noir 2024
Winemaking: The grapes were 100% destemmed with one third whole berry. Fermentation was done in an open stainless steel fermenter & malolactic fermentation was done in 225L French oak barrels (4th fill only to protect the fruit). It was aged in the same barrels for 9 months prior to bottling.
Tasting notes: Pinot Noir from a cool terroir with delicate red berry fruits, a bright mineral core, subtle earthy tones & velvet tannins.
Food pairing: Duck, mushroom risotto, baked brie
Recognition: Trophy Wine Show: 88/100
Price per box: R1500/box (six bottles)
