Super Single Vineyards new releases

Based at the lavender and wine farm Canettevallei in Stellenbosch Kloof, the highly experienced Daniël de Waal continues to work on a small scale under the Super Single Vineyards umbrella.

Pella Koueveld Albariño 2024
Price: R250
Labelled simply as Wine of Origin Western Cape, the wine underwent 24 hours’ skin contact before fermentation and maturation lasting six months in old oak. The nose shows peach, apricot and orange, lifted by a faint floral note. The palate is relatively rich and chunky, bright acidity providing balance, with a gently savoury close. Not especially detailed, but well-made and agreeable. Alc: 13%.

CE rating: 91/100.

Pella White Granite Semillon 2024
Price: R220
From Stellenbosch Kloof, with three days’ skin contact before fermentation in stainless steel. Citrus, peach, winter melon and hay appear on the nose. Medium-bodied on the palate, with moderate acidity and a salty finish. Subtle, composed and quietly refined. Alc: 13%.

CE rating: 91/100.

Pella Kanniedood Chenin Blanc 2024
Price: R220
From a Stellenbosch vineyard planted in 1985. Six days’ skin contact precede fermentation and nine months’ maturation in old oak. Citrus, peach, fynbos and a touch of flinty reduction mark the nose, while the palate offers concentrated fruit and fresh acidity, coming to a slightly bitter finish. Nicely judged. Alc: 13.5%.

CE rating: 92/100.

Swaartekrag Swartland Heritage Vines Chenin Blanc 2024
Price: R280
From a Swartland vineyard planted in 1968. Citrus and stone fruit are joined by hints of wax and spice on the nose. The palate is rich and layered, with tangy acidity and a long, savoury finish. Alc: 13.5%.

CE rating: 93/100.

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