We make wines that express the unique conditions of the Paardeberg and use traditional methods which closely resemble those of the early 1900s.
This means we don't irrigate our vineyards and we prune and sucker to produce small yields of grapes with concentrated flavours. We use natural yeasts and minimal filtration. Our low use of sulphur reduces the possibility of headaches.
Dragonridge is a garagiste winery which forms part of FYNBOS ESTATE a corner of paradise close to Cape Town. Our wines have done well competitively. Our 2006 Sangiovese was awarded 4 stars in Wine Magazine and our 2010 Cosmos came first in a Wine Magazine Competition.
This blend of Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Viognier is fermented in French oak, and aged for 8 months in the same second- and third-fill barrels. It is spicy, nutty and warm on the nose, with plenty of fruit to back up these aromas. In the mouth is a fruity continuation of the nose. The alcohol is well-supported in the mouth. The aftertaste is long and delicious.
R75
Our rosé wine. Dry but fruity rosé. Made from Pinotage, with good acid supporting the fruit. Cosmos is more of a summer luncheon red.
R50
Pinotage, Shiraz, Mouvedre, and Cabernet blended to perfection. Dragonridge's version of a Cape blend. Good fruit, a bit of oak supporting the fine dry tannins.
R70
This is a full-bodied red wine. On the nose it is packed with cranberry, cherry and hints of spicy mocha. In the mouth these same flavours persist. It is long in the aftertaste. Dry tannins and acids are quite prominent, but these will not hinder enjoyment or development in bottle. Probably needs at least a year more.
R110
By arrangement throughout the year we offer WINE TASTING GETAWAYS as day or overnight events. Here guests can enjoy wine tastings on the farm of Dragonridge Wines as well as the wines of similar small wineries in the area. A tour of larger wineries in the district can also be arranged. Meals and overnight accommodation are included.
During harvest, (January and February) WINE MAKING GETAWAYS have been a great success and will be repeated each year. Here groups or individuals book a weekend of hands-on wine making from picking to bottling, and enjoy all the benefits of comfortable accommodation and delicious food. Winemaking Getaways have worked wonderfully as TEAM BUILDING events as well as fun events for extended families and groups of friends.
As of 2011, we also began to offer DAY winemaking events, which include picking, crushing and pressing the grapes, as well as wine tasting and delicious food.
Tel: +27 (0)2248 71153
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Please visit the estate's website: www.fynbosestate.co.za