Description (die pierewaaiers) = (the dandies) A collection of rare Tamboerskloof wines inspired by the exceptional grapes that cross our path. “The charm of these wines lies in the quality of the grapes, the care of the hands that create them, and the soul of the places that they come from.” Each wine comes in a recycled paper bag, tied at the top with a thinly cut tyre tube. (die pierewaaiers) Kleinood Tamboerskloof Chenin Blanc (buurman) 2025 buurman = neighbour / guy next door We’ve been admiring our neighbour’s Chenin vines for years. They finally got the hint, and offered us some grapes… 100% Chenin Blanc. This pale straw-coloured wine has a lively nose, with wild flower and white pear. A lemon and lime freshness support the fuller notes of pineapple and passion fruit, elegantly finishing off with hints of perfumed chamomile and tangerine. Wine of Origin: Stellenbosch (Grapes grown 2km from Kleinood Farm) All wines made on Kleinood Farm are Vegan. Winemaker’s Comments: The (buurman) 2025 reveals a slightly deeper, more radiant straw-gold hue, hinting at a season of excellent concentration. The bouquet is defined by a vibrant clarity, offering sophisticated notes of lemon verbena and pomelo underscored by a subtle, flinty minerality. On the entry, the wine is remarkably poised; the ripeness manifests as a supple, silken texture rather than overt sweetness, allowing the bright citrus core to remain the focal point. This zesty tension carries through the mid-palate, where the wine shows impressive weight and a nuanced complexity of white grapefruit and lime leaf. It culminates in a clean, invigorating finish characterized by a distinct maritime saltiness. Technical Notes Awards VINES 100% Chenin Blanc Established 2013 Bush vines – dry land farming Two Bud Spurs ASPECT North-East Facing ALTITUDE 210 above MSL DISTANCE FROM SEA 13km SOIL TYPE Decomposed Granite & Sandstone WINEMAKING RECORD Harvest date: 17 February 2025 The grapes were hand picked into lug boxes weighing roughly 17kg and transported to Kleinood, 2km away. The grapes were then hand sorted and whole bunch pressed, to a recovery of 4861/ton. Fermentation took place in a concrete egg after which it was matured in 500L French oak barrels. 33% New Stockinger, 2nd and 3rd fill for 6 months with gross lees. Bottling date: 15 December 2025 WINE ANALYSIS Alcohol: 13.05 % volume Total Acid: 6.0 g/l pH: 3.34 Residual Sugar: 2.9 g/l CELLARING POTENTIAL 5-10 years FOOD PAIRING This refined balance makes it an ideal accompaniment for grilled langoustines, lemon-infused risotto, or crispy-skinned pork belly served with a green apple slaw. back to shop
