Nose: Typical of the Helderberg site, first impression is very fresh – think salty sea breeze with citrus zest and lemon blossom, later it becomes more core tropical fruit – yellow stone fruit which translates as “sweet” smelling – papaya, green melon, pear and some quince. The oaking is there, but very circumspect- ly, moulding its “sweet” flavours into the mélange.
Palate: The Helderberg fruit is still a driving force with the crisp acidity and freshness that it brings, but on the palate is where the Polkadraai fruit comes to the fore. Its luscious and enveloping texture, brings you to the realization of this wine’s complex nature. It fills the mouth with such apparent ease, and persists to give, for a long time.