Lomond Wines Pincushion Cape Agulhas Sauvignon Blanc 2022

The Lomond estate is surrounded by indigenous flora known as Fynbos. This vineyard wine is named after a vulnerable listed species endemic to the Agulhas Region, ‘Leucospermum Patersonii’ or the ‘Silver-Edged Pincushion’. This site was purposely chosen for its specific terroir consisting primarily of sandy loam soils, which offer good drainage but poor fertility and produce concentrated, aromatic fruit. This is one of the highest vineyards on the farm, situated on the southeast-facing slopes of Ben Lomond, which ensures that the prevailing summer winds off the sea cool the vineyard. The breezes blow directly off the ocean in both a south-easterly and south-westerly direction, providing consistent coolness throughout the summer, with temperatures seldom reaching above 30°C. This cool microclimate creates a slow ripening period, allowing the grapes to build flavour complexity and produce naturally balanced wines.