Nic Van Aarde is doing great work with this Stellenbosch producer There’s a special place in Stellenbosch, and it goes under two variants of the same name. Banghoek and Banhoek. Both variant spellings are used, but the word translates as ‘scary corner, and is pronounced ‘bun hook’. The vineyards are in the Banhoek conservancy, … Continued
Outstanding achievements for our Oldenburg Vineyards Chardonnay 2021: awarded not only a Gold medal (97 points), but also the nvestec International Judges’ Trophy, at the 2022 Trophy Wine Show. Stellenbosch Chardonnay is starting to win the hearts of international wine lovers, and few areas show Chardonnay’s quality as exceptionally as the Banghoek Valley. An ever-so-gentle … Continued
“Place. People. Science. Art. The Place is vital, but the Place is nothing without its People. Vineyards don’t tend themselves, wines don’t make themselves, wines don’t sell themselves. Science: you need science in winemaking, but it mustn’t rule. Then you have the Art. The Art is releasing the nascent properties of this Place.” A philosophical … Continued
Adrian has some exciting news to share. Our Oldenburg Vineyards Chenin Blanc 2020 has made its way onto the Decanter Wines Of The Year list – coming in at #14. This wine is available directly from The Tasting Room, online or by contacting orderwine@oldenburgvineyards.com.
