Mooiplaas Wine Estate is a family-owned vineyard situated in the Stellenbosch wine region of South Africa. The estate has a long history of producing exceptional wines while preserving the natural environment. The vineyards are located on a hillside, benefiting from the ancient mineral-rich soils, resulting in wines with a distinct character and complexity. The Chenin Blanc is made from bush vines planted in 1972.

South Africa has two essential elements of a great terroir. The ancient soils (oldest than any other wine-growing region) and a wealth of old vines from numerous varieties.

We start the Sauvignon Blanc series with one marvellous example from South Africa that, despite its age, was delicious. Other ageing examples will follow in the following days.