( The Barrelman’s Brands )
( ancient stone tools unearthed from under leafy canopies are a
living testament to our rich cultural roots )
STONE FOREST wines honor the discovery of Paleolithic stone tools by South Africa’s vignerons among their forest of vines. Believed to be 2.5 million years old, these stone implements highlight the great antiquity of man in Southern Africa.
STONE FOREST Sauvignon Blanc/Chardonnay 2014
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: A marriage of mineral-focused Sauvignon Blanc and floral-toned Chardonnay.
STONE FOREST Chenin Blanc 2019
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: Classic Chenin Blanc flavors of melon, quince, honey and green apple dominate this crisp structured wine.
FACT SHEET (2019 COMING SOON)
STONE FOREST Chardonnay/Viognier 2019
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: A marriage of mineral-focused Chardonnay and floral-toned Viognier.
FACT SHEET (2019 COMING SOON)
STONE FOREST Shiraz/Pinotage 2013
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: An uncommon partnership of spicy, fruit-forward Shiraz and the blueberry-toned, South African debutante – Pinotage.
STONE FOREST Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot 2013
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: A classic marriage of the two noblest grapes, the traditional blackcurrant and cassis flavours of Cabernet Sauvigonon combine with the plum and blackberry essences of Merlot.
STONE FOREST Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: The king of grapes, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon’s bold, cigar box aromas support a subtle palate of mint and eucalyptus.
STONE FOREST Shiraz/Mourvèdre 2017
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: An uncommon South African blend, but common French partnership of spicy, fruit-forward Shiraz and the brooding darker toned fruit of Mourvèdre.
FACT SHEET (2017 COMING SOON)
STONE FOREST Oldawan Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot / Cabernet Franc 2018
WINEMAKER’S COMMENT: An elegant and traditional blend of the great growths of France, the ménage à trois of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc reveal the classic blend. Aromas of cassis, sweet licorice and tea leaf are framed by essences leather and cigar box.
FACT SHEET (2018 COMING SOON)