Rall Wines

Rall Grenache Blanc 2024

Donovan Rall setzt in Südafrika auf mediterrane Rebsorten und kultiviert diese naturnah in kleinen, alten Parzellen in Swartland und Stellenbosch. Dass er zu den talentiertesten Winzern am Kap gehört, zeigt auch seine jüngste Auszeichnung: Tim Atkin MW kürte ihn zum „Winemaker des Jahres 2025“.

The Rall 2024 Piekenierskloof Grenache Blanc comes from own-rooted bush vines planted in sandy soils at high elevation in Piekenierskloof, where vines of just 25 years old resemble old trees in this wild and isolated site. This is the only ungrafted vineyard Donovan Rall works with, and its remote position brings distinctive character. The fruit is harvested in two passes, the first to secure acidity and the second determined by walking the vineyard and tasting for optimal flavor, resulting in a 50-50 blend of the two. Fermented in concrete eggs to preserve freshness in a variety that oxidizes and browns quickly, the wine is focused and sharp with precise lines and striking energy. The high elevation and cool night temperatures of Piekenierskloof allow Grenache Blanc to retain remarkable tension despite intense sunlight.

This cool white has aromas of lemon pith, white peaches, apricot stones, jasmine and white tea. It’s chalky and mineral, with a medium body. Delicate and fresh. Drink or hold.