Each year presents a unique opportunity for Morné Vrey and the winemaking team at Delaire Graff Estate. Using what nature has provided in the vineyards, they must carry out a complex process within the cellar, using technical analysis combined with expertise, passion and intuition, ensuring that each vintage is crafted to perfection.
We spoke with Morné about his harvest experience for two exceptional wines from the 2023 vintage, which are due to be released later this year.
Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2023
“Our season ended with heavy rainfall, which contributed to vineyard growth and delivered an impressive grape structure balanced by higher-than-anticipated acidity levels. We were presented with a promising vintage for the Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé from the outset. This year, we also made small but significant changes within the cellar. We pressed our grapes more gently, and afterwards, we used the lees to shape the character of the wine. By allowing it to rest for longer, we ensured the development of a rounded mouthfeel. The result is a light, crisp, fresh rosé with texture – perfect for summer.”
To further elevate the experience of the Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé, the 2023 vintage will be presented in a newly upgraded and exclusively sourced bottle, perfectly showcasing the wine’s elegant pale pink hue.
Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2023
“Picked in the cool, early hours of the South African morning, an exceptional harvest of grapes provided the initial starting point for our Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc. Later in the cellar, they received partial contact and were gently pressed to retain their freshness. Fermentation followed, and then a barrel-fermented Semillon component was added to ensure body and dimension. Further time spent on the lees ensured an extra layer and depth of flavour. Well-balanced and complex, it finishes long, with concentrated fruit and fresh, crisp acidity.”
Delaire Graff Estate’s wine portfolio has been reimagined in 2023 to ensure a truly elevated experience. This evolution draws inspiration from the journey of a rough diamond, which, at the hands of Graff’s master artisans, is transformed into an extraordinary piece of timeless jewellery that is – without exception – the most brilliant, breathtaking and coveted in the world.
A Reminder of the Spring Collection
HAND-SELECTED BY DELAIRE GRAFF ESTATE WINEMAKER MORNÉ VREY
We invite you to raise a glass to the start of spring with 12 bottles of fresh, crisp white and rosé wines, including the newly released 2023 vintage of our Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé. The collection also includes the Delaire Graff Sunrise Brut MCC, a blend of Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc. Named after the magnificent 118.08 carat Delaire Sunrise, the largest square emerald cut fancy vivid yellow diamond in the world, it is as unique and dazzling as its namesake with a palate that displays finesse, intensity and a perfectly integrated mousse of lime, pear drop and delicate vanilla notes.4 x Delaire Graff Cabernet Franc Rosé 2023
2 x Delaire Graff Estate White Reserve 2021
4 x Delaire Graff Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2023
2 x Delaire Graff Sunrise Brut MCC
We look forward to sharing further details and release dates regarding our new vintages with you in the coming weeks.
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