The Gypsy

Deliciously matched with risotto, sensuously truffled pasta. Ideal for flavour some grills, lamb and beef.

In 1993 hospitality industry veteran Ken Forrester and his wife Teresa purchased the historic Scholtzenhof estate nestled at the base of the Helderberg in Stellenbosch. Originally established in 1689 as Zandberg the property is one of the oldest wine farms in the Cape. Ken enlisted the help of his winemaker friend Martin Meinert in replanting and revitalizing the vineyards with an aim to craft a white wine that could rival any in the world! And so it was that Ken Forrester Vineyards was established with a focus on Chenin Blanc production.

Grenache from decomposed granite at 450m. Shiraz from ancient gravels onto clay.

After almost 2 years languishing in a cool cellar the Gypsy is stable with the oak and intense fruit totally harmonised.

Taken to the cellar and cool soaked prior to fermentation, then taken to old French oak barrels for 12 months. At this point a further selection takes place before blending and the final blend goes back to old barrels to marry and harmonise over the following 12 months.