Joostenberg Wines
Paarl, South Africa

Joostenberg was bought by Philippus Albertus Myburgh in 1879 and ownership has remained in the Myburgh family since then. The Myburghs have been farming on Joostenberg for 5 generations and if all goes according to plan the 6th generation winemakers are currently frolicking amongst the old oaks on the farm.

Mixed agriculture was practised from the early days and wine and brandy was made on the farm in the early 1800's. In 1947 winemaking ceased and for the following 53 years grapes were sold to the local co-op. In 2000 brothers Tyrrel and Philip resumed the winemaking tradition, with Tyrrel being in charge of production and Philip and Anette sharing the marketing responsibilities. The Myburgh's have recently asigned Gareth John Hardres-Williams as the winemaker for Joostenberg as from August 2007.

The aim at Joostenberg is to produce a small range of quality wines. Philosophically they believe that wines must express a sense of place, they must be produced using environmentally friendly and sustainable practices and (perhaps most importantly) they must be wines that can be enjoyed.

Joostenberg is situated in the Muldersvlei area approximately 15km north of Stellenbosch and 15km West of Paarl. Annual rainfall is 640mm, most of which occurs during winter. During the ripening period the grapes are cooled by morning mists and late afternoon south-westerly winds blowing from the Atlantic Ocean. These morning mists, which intensify as Autumn approaches, encourage the growth of Noble Rot (Botrytis cinerea) which makes it possible to produce the Joostenberg Chenin Blanc Noble Late Harvest.

At present there are 33ha under vine from which 200 tons of grapes are delivered to the winery. Production is at 8000 cases currently, with 35% of the production being red, 50% white and 15% Noble Late Harvest.

Soils are predominately duplex (ie. multi-layered) with heavy clay subsoil and topsoil which varies from gravelly/rocky weathered soils of granitic origin to lighter textured soils.

 

Joostenberg Chenin Blanc with a touch of Viognier 2009 A fresh, medium-bodied white wine. Both the aromas and the flavours are dominated by fresh and baked apple, with just a hint of blossoms. R52.99 p/b R317.95 per 6 bottles VAT Incl. 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Joostenberg Chenin Blanc with a touch of Viognier 2009 available from eWine.eu for €15.50 p/b. EU delivery only.

Joostenberg Shiraz Merlot 2008 The wine is full-bodied and has plum and savoury aromas. These aromas follow on to the palate. R52.99 p/b R317.95 per 6 bottles VAT Incl. 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120

Joostenberg Fairhead 2008 The nose is a rich blend of dried apricots, baked apple and toasty vanilla. R94.99 p/b R569.94 per 6 bottles VAT Incl. 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Joostenberg Fairhead 2008 available from eWine.eu for €12.65 p/b. EU delivery only.

Joostenberg Syrah 2007 The nose is characterized by ripe berry aromas and a slight smoky perfume. R98.78 p/b R592.68 per 6 bottles VAT Incl. 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Joostenberg Syrah 2007 available from eWine.eu for €14.50 p/b. EU delivery only.

Joostenberg Bakermat 2007 A rich, full-bodied wine with dark berry and savoury aroma’s. R111.75 p/b R670.50 per 6 bottles VAT Incl. 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Joostenberg Bakermat 2007 available from eWine.eu for €14.80 p/b. EU delivery only.