Beau Constantia, Pas De Nom Creative Batch 2024

Description

We first started our journey with the Creative Batch project in turbulent times during the 2020 pandemic driven prohibition, where v1.0 was born. As with all mediums of expression, such as writing, we believe the first draft is the most important. It requires you to tap into your intuition and create with your heart. From there, it’s all about the art of revision.

This wine is all about the journey of discovery. Perhaps, because we travel very far to bring all the parcels together under one roof. Perhaps, because we physically get to explore the Western Cape and the stories told by hidden blocks and their keepers along the way. And perhaps, most importantly, because it takes me on a spiritual, cognitive journey as a winemaker in search of her roots through the preservation of fruit.

The Creative Batch has changed massively over the last couple of years, but who hasn’t? At the end of the day, the future favours the adaptable!

The PAS DE NOM CREATIVE BATCH is an atypical character that was born during unconventional times. It is an all encompassing package containing the works of many growers from all corners of our industry. Hence the closure reading “#SAVESAWINE”, a campaign created in support and aid of the livelihoods dependent on our South African wine industry.

CULTIVARS, ORIGINS & WINEMAKING TECHNIQUES:

Chenin Blanc (70%):
32% Paarl (Carbonic fermentation and pressed to old oak), 28% Darling (Wholebunch pressed to old oak), 19% Overhex (Carbonic fermentation and then pressed to large format old oak) and 21% Breedekloof (Wholebunch pressed and fermented in old oak.)

Roussanne (10%):
Breedekloof fruit. Wholebunch pressed. Fermented in old oak.

Viognier (6%):
Constantia fruit. Wholebunch pressed. Fermented in concrete egg.

Semillon (6%)
Darling fruit. Wholebunch pressed. Fermented in stainless steel.

Colombar (5%):
Overhex fruit. WB pressed and fermented in old 600L VATS.

Fernao Pires (3%):
Overhex fruit. WB pressed and fermented in old 600L VATS.

TASTING NOTE:
The 2024 Creative batch is a mixed media tapestry woven with threads of courage and restraint. A good measure of courage to try new techniques and the necessary restraint to maintain the integrity of the fruit. The first encounter is an aromatic explosion of sweet and floral terpenes. These upfront aromas of citrus oil, cardamon- and coriander seeds, as well as hints of rosewater may be a little wacky for your average white, but we went scavenging for them! Behind the veil, layers upon layers of stonefruit and somewhere in the distance – prickly pears and fresh ginger enter too. Lively, pithy and stupendously saline; This vibrant wine is truly one of a kind. And hey, these are just our thoughts and though the power of suggestion is very strong, if you don’t get what we are on about, it doesn’t mean you are wrong! Wine is a sensory experience that is a deeply personal journey guided by your past. So, feel free to reach out and let us know what you think of this glass

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS:
W.O Western Cape
Alc 12.85%
TA 5.50g/l
VA 0.43g/l
RS 1.50g/l
PH 3.47

Additional information

• Seafood: Grilled fish, lobster, prawns, or sashimi.
• Spicy & Aromatic: Thai curry, ginger-infused dishes, or fragrant salads.
• Rich/Creamy: Creamy pastas or risotto.
• Cheese & Snacks: Goats' cheese, feta, or salty charcuterie/salami.