The Yellowwood Organic Rose
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Light summer salads, grilled shellfish, and mild soft cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
Spier's 'The Yellowwood' Organic Rosé is produced in the Coastal Region of South Africa, utilizing organically grown grapes. The blend typically features red varieties such as Shiraz, which are harvested and processed with minimal skin contact to achieve its characteristic pale pink color. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the primary fruit aromas and crisp acidity. The Coastal Region's diverse soils and maritime influences contribute to the balanced structure of the wine.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1692 along the banks of the Eerste River in Stellenbosch, Spier is one of South Africa's oldest wine farms. Acquired in 1993 by the Enthoven family, the estate has transformed into a benchmark of ecological stewardship, operating under certified organic viticulture and holistic regenerative farming. The vineyards thrive on decomposed granite, Table Mountain sandstone, and alluvial loam, benefiting from cooling maritime breezes off False Bay. Spearheaded by managing director Frans Smit and cellar master Johan Jordaan, the winemaking philosophy balances non-interventionist, terroir-driven cellar practices with precise modern craftsmanship. Renowned for its versatility and focus on classic Cape cultivars, Spier's portfolio is anchored by benchmark whites, notably its acclaimed Chenin Blanc expressions—ranging from the vibrant, fruit-forward Signature Collection to the sophisticated, barrel-fermented 21 Gables and Creative Block bottlings—alongside low-intervention organic cuvées.