Cold Mountain Vineyards was acquired by the Sander Family in September 2016. Their mantra is: outstanding wines require exceptional grapes. The cool-climate Sondagskloof Valley is perfect for the slow ripening of fruit, and the farm has been converted at much labour and cost to apply organic and biodynamic practices.
The Brunia Syrah 2019 is from a 13-year-old single vineyard in decomposed granite, organically farmed then partially destemmed and raised in old French oak. The Sauvignon Blanc for the Brunia White 2019 is from a 14-year-old parcel and the Sémillon from a 12-year-old parcel, both also from granitic soils and matured in old oak for 12 months.
Kudos to Brett (agroecologist) and Wade Sander (previously an associate winemaker at Mullineux)! They have produced phenomenal wines, fulfilling the potential that past vintages have hinted at. Both wines are produced in small volumes.
