Samantha O’Keefe’s pioneering estate in Greyton has recovered from a devastating fire in 2019 that destroyed her home and winery, and she continues to be one of the Cape’s most inspiring and talented winemakers. The estate’s shale soils are underpinned by clay. The juice is fermented and matured for 11 months in 500-litre barrels with one-third new oak. The result is a unique and visceral Chardonnay of rare originality and exceptional depth.
97 points (second place) Decanter South African Chardonnay Panel Tasting May 2025
JM: 'Idiosyncratic nose of lemon verbena, lime rind, popcorn and toast. A fresh, ample palate with brioche richness.'
AH: 'Intriguing. A deep colour. Palate is vibrant, with crunchy acidity, well-integrated oak and great length. Very individual. Remarkable concentration.'
RJ: 'Layers and layers of fruit. This is a sublime wine, but it needs more time. Butterscotch, beeswax, essence of white nectarines and a creamy depth.' Drinking Window: 2025-2037
"Dry farmed, low-yielding parcels in Greyton supply the raw material for this ambitious,
intense, concentrated Chardonnay from Samantha O'Keefe. Honey, beeswax, lemongrass and
gunflint notes are complemented by slightly toasty 30% new oak and racy minerality. Needs
more time in bottle. 2024-29 94pts Tim Atkin MW 2023 South Africa Report
