2025 Creation Estate Viognier
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Hemel en Aarde Vallei |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14%) |
| Drink window | 2026 - 2029 |
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The Creation Estate Viognier 2025 clearly demonstrates what this grape is capable of in a cooler climate. In the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, near the ocean, Viognier develops with more freshness and precision than in warmer regions. Here, Creation works with a clear focus on balance and drinkability, where ripe fruit, fresh acidity, and clean vinification come together in a style that is both accessible and refined.
Origin and terroir
Originating from the Cape South Coast, where the vineyards benefit from a relatively cool climate and a long ripening period. The soils consist of clay with quartz inclusions, which provides tension and structure to the wine. With an average temperature of around 22°C and sufficient rainfall, the grapes develop gradually and retain their aromatic precision.
Grapes and vinification
This wine is made from 100% Viognier, sourced from vines aged between 9 and 21 years. The grapes are harvested by hand and subsequently fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve the pure fruit character. The wine then matures for 6 months sur lie on the fine lees, which provides extra texture and complexity without the influence of wood.
Vineyard and growing conditions
The vineyards are planted according to the 7-wire Perold system and stand on various rootstocks such as R99 and R110. The combination of clones and rootstocks contributes to a balance between yield and quality. The long ripening period in the 2025 growing season ensures a good development of aromas and the preservation of fresh acidity.
Style and taste profile
In the glass, the wine displays a clear, light golden-yellow color. The aroma is expressive with notes of peach and ripe pear, complemented by subtle floral nuances. On the palate, the wine is lively and round, with a soft texture and fresh acidity that provides balance. The finish is refined and clean, with a lightly aromatic and fresh undertone.
Food and wine pairings
This Viognier pairs well with dishes featuring light spiciness or creaminess, such as Asian cuisine, poultry, or fish dishes. It is also suitable for shellfish dishes or soft cheeses. The combination of aromaticity and freshness makes it versatile.
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Walker Bay |
| Appellation | Hemel en Aarde Vallei |
| Winery | Creation Estate |
| Grape | Viognier |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Drinking as of | 2026 |
| Drinking till | 2029 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | No |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Bloemig, Fris, Fruitig, Mineraal, Rijk, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Borrelen, Iets te vieren, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Terras |
| Sommy Pairing Beschrijving | De 2025 Creation Estate Viognier laat zien wat een koeler klimaat met Viognier kan doen, met frisse zuren en een elegante textuur door zes maanden sur lie rijping, en aroma’s van perzik, rijpe peer en subtiele florale accenten. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij lichte kruidigheid of romigheid zoals Aziatische gerechten, gevogelte of vis, evenals schaaldieren en zachte kazen, omdat de aromatische intensiteit en de frisse zuren de romigheid of kruidigheid in balans houden. Serveer gekoeld op circa 8 tot 10°C en kies voor bereidingen die de wijn niet overstijgen, zoals gegrilde vis met een lichte saus, gevogelte met een milde marinade of Aziatische wokgerechten met verse kruiden. |
When Jean-Claude (JC) and Carolyn Martin took on the challenge of starting a winery in a remote corner of the Walker Bay Wine Region in 2002, it was quite exciting. Vines had never been planted here before, but JC and Carolyn - both descendants of well-known wine families - were determined and convinced of the potential of the area. Together they founded Creation Estate in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Five years later, in 2007, the first harvest took place and they equipped the cellar with the best equipment from Germany, France and Switzerland. Since then they have been working hard. Not only with their quality wines, the tasting room has also made a name for itself.
Today, Creation Estate has 50 hectares of vineyards in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. JC and Carolyn's winemaking philosophy is based on "enhancing the beauty of nature". It is primarily about the quality of the grapes, not about the tricks that can be performed in the cellar. “Winemaking is a delicate art that must be restrained in order to capture the nuances of provenance,” said JC Martin. The terroir is important at Creation Estate. Not surprising, because the combination of higher vineyards and the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean creates a unique microclimate in Walker Bay. In addition, JC Martin works with wild yeast cells instead of commercially developed ones, read more about this on our news page.
In 2019, the municipality of Overstrand Hermanus in South Africa was awarded the status of 'Creative City status for Gastronomy' by UNESCO! This is one of only 10 cities worldwide and the first on the African continent to receive this award. For the winery Creation, and other many individuals and boutique producers from the area, this is a tribute to the contribution they make to achieving sustainable development goals.
Food Pairings
De 2025 Creation Estate Viognier laat zien wat een koeler klimaat met Viognier kan doen, met frisse zuren en een elegante textuur door zes maanden sur lie rijping, en aroma’s van perzik, rijpe peer en subtiele florale accenten. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij lichte kruidigheid of romigheid zoals Aziatische gerechten, gevogelte of vis, evenals schaaldieren en zachte kazen, omdat de aromatische intensiteit en de frisse zuren de romigheid of kruidigheid in balans houden. Serveer gekoeld op circa 8 tot 10°C en kies voor bereidingen die de wijn niet overstijgen, zoals gegrilde vis met een lichte saus, gevogelte met een milde marinade of Aziatische wokgerechten met verse kruiden.
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