STAGGERWING OLD VINES
ABOUT THE WINE
Inspired by two Old Vine Project vineyards meticulously farmed near each other in the vicinity of Paarl, I sought out a way to communicate the character, charisma, versatility, and resilience of old vineyards in aviation speak.
The iconic silhouette of a biplane is reminiscent of its role in exploration and adventure. It beckons you to embark on a journey where you can end up in a tropical paradise, unexplored jungle, desert, or even a mountain. It gave wings to your dreams.
THE VINEYARDS
The vineyards have clay-rich soil with koffie klippies scattered on its surface. These old bush vines have stood the test of time and offer an intense expression of its surroundings and era.
Every year, we follow the fruits’ development to maturity, pick them when the season has ripened them and coax the quality into a bottle with a detour in a barrel. The finesse of the finished product is the result of the quality and age of the vineyard rather than the winemaker’s interference. He is merely the conductor directing the symphony, ensuring every nuance and subtlety of the wine’s expression is preserved, captivating the senses with each harmonious sip.
Artist Hennie van Loggerenberg did the original artwork after much tasting and talking. He has the gift of bringing many of our wines to life on paper.
STAGGERWING OLD VINES
CHENIN BLANC
ABOUT THE WINE
Planted in 1974. And ode to any design can be found in its versatility and longevity. Uncomplicated, easy to understand and adapt, sturdy in execution.
To the extent that the only limit is your imagination. And because it stood the test of time, a good example has become a collectable. Both true of cultivar and the plane.
STAGGERWING OLD VINES
CINSAULT
ABOUT THE WINE
Planted in 1954. There is beauty in the mundane workhorse that stood the test of time. The durability and reliability that endears it to its operatives take it to an elevated status of a classic and collectable.
Both true of the cultivar and plane.
ORDER FROM US
Staggerwing Old Vines
White War Birds
Red War Birds
Flight Circuit
Testflight
Please note:
– We only ship orders with quantities in multiples of 6. Other order quantities will be handled as a special request, with additional shipping costs.
– Orders from outside South Africa will also be seen as a special request, with additional shipping costs.