Directly from The Foundry Library.
The first Syrah from The Foundry home farm in the Voor Paardeberg planted in 2002. The vineyard is planted on low vigour, well drained, granitic origin soils with clay subsoil on a southerly slope.
This 2007 Syrah has all the texture and charm you’d expect from Chris Williams.
Intense and distinctive wildflowers, with notes of oatmeal, lemon cream, and oyster shell. Mineral-driven, textured, and long on the palate, this French varietal offers a unique departure from South African classics, making it a delightful addition to any collection.
A single varietal and vineyard Viognier from False Bay. A delightful wine showing intense florals, luscious fruit flavours and surprisingly crisp finish.
Chris’ style in the cellar aims to create a wine that is both a true expression of the fruit and a showcase of the terrior. Using both modern and traditional winemaking methods helps him acheive balance between the fruit and the terrior.
The Foundry Roussanne 2021 shows vivid fruit concentration and intensity from this cooler vintage. The wine shows intense white pear, floral and lifted mineral and savoury aromas. The palate displays bright, fresh acidity on entry, followed by white peach, lemon curd and bread dough and a very fine crystalline minerality and rounded fleshiness.
Directly from The Foundry Library.
The first Syrah from The Foundry home farm in the Voor Paardeberg planted in 2002. The vineyard is planted on low vigour, well drained, granitic origin soils with clay subsoil on a southerly slope.
At 17 years old this wine is ripe for drinking, a classic Syrah made with the intention of being drunk later.
This wine displays a clean, vibrant color with a pomegranate-red core and a ruby edge. The aromatic profile is characterized by distinct notes of fynbos and dried spices. On the palate, the wine exhibits a rich texture supported by well-integrated, velvety tannins and a refreshing acidity. The aftertaste is opulent and persistent, showcasing flavours of dried wild roses and stewed berries. This wine is ideally suited for pairing with hearty dishes such as braised pink meats or spit-roasted suckling pig.
The Foundry was established in 2001, Chris made the first vintage at Joostenberg Wines in an old farm workshop that became affectionately known as “The Foundry”. He made a single Stellenbosch Syrah in that first year and has slowly added wines over the next decade and a half to end up with five wines in …
THE FOUNDRY GRENACHE BLANC 2021by Chris Williams The Foundry label was established by Chris Williams (before he joined Meerlust as Head Winemaker) in 2001. He made the first vintage at Joostenberg Wines in an old farm workshop that became affectionately known as “The Foundry”. The Grenache Blanc, being a multiple Platter’s 5 Star award winner, [...]
20 years on... Please join Tyrrel Myburgh from Joostenberg, Chris Williams of The Foundry, and David Clarke from Ex Animo Wine Co. to celebrate a 20 year anniversary! Chris and Tyrrel’s paths first crossed while sharing cellar space at Joostenberg in 2001. 20 years later and it’s time to reminisce, share new vintages and have [...]
A beautiful day in Stellenbosch, full of glorious food and wine Please join Jane Ferriera-Eedes of Dainty Bess MCC, Chris Williams of The Foundry, and Ex Animo Wine Co. at the incomparable Jardine Food & Wine Bar in central Stellenbosch for what promises to be a wonderful lunch. Jane and Chris will guide us through [...]