Signature Brands, o/a Roodekrantz Wines

South Africa

Signature Brands is operated by the father and son team of Marius Sr. and Marius Jr. Burger. They are integral members of South Africa’s Old Vine Project, an initiative started in 2002 by the iconic Vineyard Manager Rosa Kruger. Under Rosa’s guidance, growers with old vines get paired with winemakers who share their passion of not preserving South Africa’s old vines, but to manage them in such a way thaat they will consistently produce superior fruit to sustain their future. In the process Rosa and her grower and winery partners sustain and continue South Africa’s long and rich history of being home to some of the world’s oldest viticultural soils.

From their winery in Paarl, Roodekrantz predominantly works with growers in Paarl, Swartland, and Stellenbosch. In the Old Vine Project, a big focus is on Chenin Blanc, while their vineyards in Paarl produce more traditional red wines.

Wines

RK Die Boskind · Profile

A well-crafted blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. The grapes come from their vineyards in Paarl and Stellenbosch. This traditional Bordeaux-style blend shows a beautiful deep colour. Aromas of black berries and cherry are backed by a firm, ripe tannin structure. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a soft sensation. Wonderful harmony.

SKU 105898

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RK Die Boskind · Pairing

Great wine for backyard barbecue with ribs, hamburgers, and steak. Also goes well with red sauce pasta dishes, pizza, cassoulet, and braised beef or lamb.

Swartland 1983 Old Bush Vine Chenin Blanc · Profile

100% Chenin Blanc from old bush vines that were first planted in 1983. The low yields produce grapes full concentration and ripe flavours.

Aromatic nose filled with a vibrant mix of tropical and stone fruit notes, including peach, pineapple, papaya, ripe citrus, and bruised apple notes. On the palate, these flavours follow through seamlessly, perfectly balanced with a zippy acidity and a subtle oak component that adds an extra dimension. Its profile is very linear and focused, with abundant tropical fruits and a citrus lift on the finish.

SKU 105897

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Swartland 1983 Old Bush Vine Chenin Blanc · Pairing

Ideal for any casual social gathering, like a sun-filled afternoon on the patio. The wine’s tropical and stone fruit notes will complement grilled line fish with a tropical fruit salsa. It will balance the spicy and aromatic flavours of a Thai green curry, with its acidity cutting through the richness of the coconut milk. The citrus and stone fruit flavours will harmonize with roast chicken with a lemon and herb seasoning, and its linear focus will complement the creamy, savoury flavors of a butternut squash and sage risotto.