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.
This is the second 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.
“Second vintage from own Voor Paardeberg vineyard planted in 2000. Includes 6% Roussanne. 30% whole-bunch fermentation before maturation lasting 14 months in older oak and terracotta. Blackberry, violet and cracked pepper aromatics precede a palate that’s well-structured – dense fruit, bright acidity and firm, grippy tannins in balance. The finish is dry without being austere. Youthful and assertive, this promises to age with benefit. 94/100”
Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za
Chris Williams and his business partner James Reid started The Foundry Wines in 2001. Initially sourcing fruit from across Stellenbosch, the duo shifted focus in 2009 when James purchased a farm in the Voor-Paardeberg. From the 2023 vintage all wines have been made from grapes on the farm. The Foundry specialises in single-varietal wines that [...]
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 [...]
The Grenache Blanc by Chris Williams of The Foundry has become one of the must-have white wines in South Africa. It is a multiple Platter's 5 Star award winner, and was crowned White Wine of the Year in the 2018 guide. We are pleased to be able to offer the new 2020 vintage. Chris Williams, [...]
The Foundry Summary The Foundry label was established by Chris Williams in 2001. He 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 15 years to end [...]
We put this mixed case together of South African wine grapes, bringing together 12 different varieties and some of the producers we think show just how diverse South African wine can be.
These are varieties that have helped shape the country’s wine story and found particularly exciting expressions here. From Chenin Blanc and Syrah to old-vine Sémillon, Cinsault and Muscat d’Alexandrie, each bottle is a benchmark example of the variety.
The case includes:
TESTALONGA Baby Bandito ‘Keep On Punching’ Chenin Blanc 2025
Rossouw, Gouws & Clarke ‘Dry Red’ 2024
The Foundry Syrah 2022
Joostenberg Estate ‘Philip Albert’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Van Loggerenberg ‘Break A Leg’ Chardonnay 2024
Yardstick ‘YS’ Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Van Loggerenberg ‘Geronimo’ Cinsault 2025
Lourens Family ‘Lua’ Grenache Noir 2024
Thorne & Daughters ‘Paper Kite’ Old Vine Sémillon 2025
Myburgh Bros ‘Ex Africa’ Muscat d’Alexandrie 2024
Trizanne Signature Wines ‘Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge/Overberg’ Pinot Noir 2024
Scions of Sinai ‘Gramadoelas’ Grenache Blanc 2025
Go down the rabbit hole that is South African wine and taste across varieties, regions and styles in one case.
South Africa’s vineyards are home to a remarkably diverse range of grape varieties, shaped by more than 360 years of winemaking history and one of the most varied wine landscapes in the world. From old bush vines growing in the dry soils of the Swartland to Cabernet Sauvignon planted on the slopes of Stellenbosch and [...]