Sustainable. Socially conscious.
Drawn from the world’s oldest soils, Indaba wines are crafted by family farmers who have perfected their art over generations. These are real wines, made by real people.
This fresh and vibrant wine is a recipe for happiness. Sustainably made on South Africa’s sunshine coast, Indaba Wines offer hand-crafted quality for everyday enjoyment.
Stylistically fresh, juicy and approachable, these wines are food friendly and offer a bottling for every palate. Consistently garnering “Best Value” and “Best Buy” accolades, Indaba Wines present character and structure well beyond its price.
Chenin Blanc
Fresh, Luscious, Apple
Chenin Blanc is South Africa’s most widely planted varietal and the Cape’s signature white. This fresh, easy-drinking version offers vibrant flavors of honeyed pear, golden delicious apple and luscious tropical fruit.
Varietals: 100% Chenin Blanc
Appellation: Western Cape
Vine Age: 5 to 35+ years
Soil: Table Mountain sandstone, decomposed Dolomite granite, shale, red Karoo clay
Farming: Sustainable
Fermentation: Stainless steel
Aging: On its lees in tank 5 months with occasional lees stirring; small portion (1%) whole bunch pressed straight to 300 liter French oak barrels, where it fermented naturally; aged on the lees 5 months
Sauvignon Blanc
Zesty, Citrus, Mineral
A real crowd pleaser! Enticing citrus and tropical fruit aromas lead to fresh, zesty flavors of pineapple, lemon-lime, mango and green fig, supported by a spine of racy acidity. The mineral-tinged finish happily lingers.
Varietals: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation: Western Cape
Vine Age: 5 to 30 years old
Soil: Decomposed granite, calcareous clay, shale
Farming: Sustainable
Fermentation: Stainless steel
Aging: On its lees in tank 3 months
Chardonnay
Butterscotch, Lush, Tropical Fruit
Bright tropical fruit aromas lead to a crisp, fresh palate with mouth-filling flavors of vibrant tropical fruit aromas. Enjoy a mouth-filling palate with flavors of apple, pear, honey and pineapple. A whisper of oak adds a creamy butterscotch nuance and wonderful depth.
Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Appellation: Western Cape
Vine Age: 10 to 25 years old
Soil: Limestone + decomposed shale
Farming: Sustainable
Fermentation: Stainless steel; small portion (roughly 3% from previous vintage) in new 225 liter French oak barrels, with weekly batonnage
Aging: On its lees several months
Merlot
Bright, Velvety, Berries
Carefully crafted in a bright, clean style, this velvety Merlot offers appealing aromas and bright, succulent flavors of cherry, dark berry and plum backed by subtle mocha and herbal nuances and a delicate minerality.
Varietals: 94% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Western Cape
Vine Age: 12 to 20 years old
Soil: Decomposed granite, weathered shale, clay and sandy loam, with good moisture retention capacity
Farming: Sustainable
Fermentation: Stainless steel
Aging: Stainless steel and French oak; small portion (2%) from previous vintage and was aged in 225 liter French oak barrels for 16 month
Mosaic
Juicy, Brambly, Dark Fruit
This lip-smacking Bordeaux blend displays alluring aromas and juicy flavors of blackcurrant, ripe brambly berry fruit and dark chocolate, with subtle spice notes. Soft, gentle tannins coat the palate, enticing you to take another sip!
Varietals: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot
Appellation: Western Cape
Vine Age: 15 to 20 years old
Soil: Red Karoo clay, limestone, decomposed granite, clay-shale
Farming: Sustainable
Fermentation: Concrete + stainless steel
Aging: Stainless steel + French oak; Cabernet Franc from previous vintage aged in 2nd and 3rd fill 225 and 300 liter French oak barrels for 16 months; Petit Verdot from previous vintage aged in 2nd and 3rd fill French oak barrels for 36 months