Cape Point Vineyards
The vineyard at the southern tip of Africa
Listen to Duncan Savage of Cape Point Vineyards. This young, highly talented wine maker is making waves with their wines. Hear why these wines, which are the most southerly situated vineyards in South Africa, are gaining world wide acclaim.
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Show Notes:
1:25- History of and the vineyard and Duncan’s winemaking
4:15 – Explains climate in Noorthoek and grape varieties.
8:25 –The soils types on the vineyard
14:15- Cape Point Vineyard’s vinification method
21:05 – Opinions on screw cap and corks
24:38 – About diseases and how to combat them.
26:25 – Explains their blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon.
32:55 – Explains why South Africa is consistent with vintages.
36:32 – Talks about some awards Cape Point Vineyard’s have won.
37:57 – Their production size
43:32 – Future plans
This young estate is achieving great honors internationally which is attributed to superb terroir, and a focus on low yields. In this show we learn about the views and vision of one of the most exciting vineyards in South Africa.
One of South Africa’s most southerly situated vineyards is Cape Point Vineyards. Situated just 1,8 Km from the cold Atlantic ocean and blessed with cool climates high sloping vineyards. After the Dutch landed in 1652 a century later the first vines were planted in Noorhoek.
In 1996, on the same land the new vines of Cape Point Vineyards were re-established by Sybrand van der Spuy and now the owner of this Noordhoek Estate. The vineyards are now planted on the Noorhoek and Scarborough area. Having this cool climate allows for slow ripening conditions and wines which have great acidity. Varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Semillon as well as Pinot Noir are planted on the cool south facing slopes of Noordhoek. On the warmer north facing slopes of Scarborough are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.
/Host Roland Lundall
| Cape Point Vineyards: www.capepointvineyards.co.za |
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