Solitary | Wild Fermented, Pinot Noir 2022

The Vibe

This is Pinot Noir stripped back to its soul — no shortcuts, no sweetening, just the raw, honest expression of Polkadraai terroir. Red currants and ripe plum dominate the nose with a brooding kalamata olive character underneath. On the palate, red cherries come alive with clean, smooth tannins and a creamy structure that lingers long after the glass is empty. Minimal intervention, maximum personality.

The Details (For the geeks)

Origin: Polkadraai Hills, Stellenbosch
ABV: 13.85%
Residual Sugar: 2.08 g/L
Total Acidity: 6.32 g/L
Suitable for vegans: Yes
Cellaring potential: 5–8 years
The Process: Hand-selected bunches crushed into open-top barrels — 1/3 whole bunch, 1/3 whole berry, 1/3 crushed and destemmed. Wild, spontaneous fermentation punched down once daily. Basket pressed directly into old French oak barrels for maturation on rough lees for 8–15 months. Bottled with minimal fining and no additives.

The Perfect Pairing

Carpaccio with shaved parmesan, aged hard cheeses, or a slow-roasted lamb terrine on a bed of peppery rocket.