Historically known as Steen, meaning ‘stone’ in Afrikaans, Chenin Blanc thrives in the stony soils of this Certified Heritage Vineyard, planted in 1976. The gnarled old vines are treated with the same care and respect as the retired mules who spent their golden years grazing in the adjacent paddock, after which the vineyard is named. AWARDS Platter’s Wine Guide: Received 4.5 Stars for its Reserve Chenin Blanc (2024 & 2026 editions mentioned). Tim Atkin MW: The Reserve Collection Eselgraf Chenin Blanc 2023 scored 90 points. Prescient Chenin Blanc Report: Scored 90 Points (2024).
