Blue Crane Vineyards

Location

Tulbagh

Overview

Owned by the Crabbia Family, Fred and Manuela Crabbia bought Blue Crane Vineyards in November 2008.

Situated in Tulbagh, the farm’s natural beauty and biodiversity is evident. It is a magnificent location with stunning views of the Witzenberg, Winterhoek and Saronsberg mountains. Soil testing revealed sought after Glen Rosa soils on south facing slopes, ideal for excellent wines.

Since then Zia Pienaar, the farm’s new winemaker was employed in July 2009, together with Chris Fox, the new farm manager, have excelled in making award winning wines, all from our own vineyards.

New plans and developments have occurred at the farm, including the building of a paved road, planning and planting of more vines and indigenous trees, and greater moves towards developing the farm’s biodiversity and compliance with improving the natural ecology of the area.

The farm prides itself in the excellent potential of the terroir and unique flair of the wines, and awaits the new styles of wine that its new winemaker will produce. In 2012 we pressed our first olives which got the acclaimed 'Extra Virgin Olive Oil' status.

Plans for 2013 and beyond will be the planning and building of a new tasting room, cellar, restaurant, conference centre and accommodation on the farm. We will keep you updated on these developments and others, but at the moment the farm only available for tasting by appointment.

Location

1 Reviews

Joleen Jacobs

Joleen Jacobs

4.0

[No comment]

Reply
back top