SOUTH AFRICA
Botanica
From one of the oldest continents in the world comes incredible new world wine.
South Africa, renowned for its varied topography, great natural beauty, and cultural diversity is home to Ginny Povall’s Botanica.
Originally a Boston native, Ginny followed her self-taught winemaking passion to Stellenbosch where she found a home on Protea Heights Farms. Planting her first 12 acres in 2009, Ginny now creates over 9 spectacular wines.
Whether the collection of Mary Delany Chenin Blanc and Pinot Noir or her Big Flower Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc these wines will delight, mirroring Ginny’s vibrant and charming personality in every glass. Her distinctly refined and lively wines awaken our palette, blending old and new world style in every sip.
Mary Delany Chenin Blanc is by far the best we’ve ever tasted and the rest of the collection is exceptionally pretty.
What to expect
‘Mary Delany’
Chenin Blanc
‘Mary Delany’, Citrusdal Mountain, 2017
100% Chenin Blanc
Tasting Notes
Refreshing with layers of pure, concentrated pear, citrus and stone fruit, mouth-watering acidity and a tangy, mineral core.
‘Mary Delany’
Chardonnay
‘Mary Delany’, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, 2018
100% Chardonnay
Tasting Notes
Golden apple, meyer lemon, green mango and fresh butter are followed by a bouquet of sweet vanilla, white musk, cedar and smoke. Tart on the palate with persistent acids that keep you coming back for more!
'Big Flower'
Rosé
'Big Flower', Rosé, Stellenbosch, 2019
100% Cabernet Franc
Tasting Notes
Notes of tangerine, pink grapefruit, watermelon and white gardenia. This rosé is extra-dry with a lovely bitter-sweet palate and great fresh acids. Quite unique and super delicious!
'Flower Girl'
Pet-Nat
'Flower Girl' Pet-Nat, Stellenbosch, 2019
100% Cabernet Franc
Tasting Notes
This bone-dry Pet-Nat is super savoury with notes of tomato leaf, ketchup chips and pickle brine that are followed by red and black currant fruit. Super fresh palate with a clean finish. Yum!
‘Big Flower’
Merlot
‘Big Flower’, Stellenbosch, 2016
100% Merlot
Tasting Notes
Intricate aromas and flavors of plum and dark berry fruit, with a rich, plush mouthfeel and soft, refined tannins.
‘Big Flower’
Cabernet Sauvignon
‘Big Flower’, Stellenbosch, 2016
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting Notes
Excellent new world Cabernet with black current, chocolate cherries and pickled peppers. Quite complex with silky tannins and juicy finish.
‘Big Flower’
Cabernet Franc
‘Big Flower’, Stellenbosch, 2017
100% Cabernet Franc
Tasting Notes
An elegant, red which displays dark fruit flavors paired with savory, earthy undertones. Bright acidity and soft tannins.
‘Mary Delany’
Pinot Noir
‘Mary Delany’, Western Cape, 2017
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Rich with hints of herbs and spice on the nose, bright cherry and strawberry fruit. Fresh acidity, with a floral lift on the finish.