{"title":"Stony Brook","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore Stony Brook wines, crafted with care to deliver quality and character in every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"stony-brook-ghost-gum-red-2020","title":"Stony Brook Ghost Gum Red 2022 per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWINEMAKER: CRAIG MCNAUGHT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo blocks of Cabernet Sauvignon grown on Stony Brook make up the complementary components for this exceptional wine. Extremely well-drained soils ensure maximum concentration and intensity. The bunches were harvested by hand at full ripeness, before being hand-sorted and cold macerated for 4 days. The individual berries were fermented in stainless steel, receiving four pumpovers a day. After pressing, the wine was transferred into 80% new French oak barriques, where spontaneous malolactic fermentation and a further 26 months of maturation took place. 2021 produced some of the finest fruit that we have seen from our Cabernet vineyards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003cbr\u003eClassic Cabernet Sauvignon aromatics of blackberries, pencil shavings and\u003cbr\u003ecedar are a few of the aromatics that make up the nose of this enigmatic\u003cbr\u003ewine. A surprisingly rich palate is balanced by long, dry tannins, fine acidity\u003cbr\u003eand perfectly-integrated oak in the finish. Cellar for 15 to 20 years from\u003cbr\u003evintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eANALYSIS\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.74 %\u003cbr\u003eSugar: 2.2 g\/l\u003cbr\u003eAcidity: 6.0 g\/l\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.48\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43084550996067,"sku":null,"price":2610.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/Ghost-Gum.webp?v=1736332534"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-cabernet-franc-2019","title":"Stony Brook Cabernet Franc 2020 per Case","description":"\u003cspan\u003eGrown on Franschhoek’s Dutoitskop Peak, this Cabernet Franc was hand-picked and carefully sorted before being lightly destemmed and cold macerated in stainless steel. After primary fermentation, a wild Malolactic fermentation took place in second-fill 300 litre French Oak barrels, where the wine was matured for 21 months before a light filtration and bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43084551094371,"sku":null,"price":2310.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/Cabernet-Franc.webp?v=1736332538"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-the-j-2022","title":"Stony Brook The J 2025 per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn ever-changing wine, The 2022 vintage of this intriguing blend is 56% Chardonnay, 38% Viognier and 6% Semillon. All of the grapes were grown on Stony Brook. Each variety plays a key role in producing a wine that is both complex and vibrant. The Chardonnay and Semillon components were barrel fermented, adding richness and depth, while the Viognier was fermented and matured in stainless steel, preserving the grape's natural, wild aromatics. Lime and stone fruit abound on the nose, with supremely concentrated and rich, almost pithy density in the mouth. An incredibly versatile wine that stands up to just about any food. Enjoy up to 10 years from harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is named in memory of Nigel McNaught’s aunt, Jackie, known fondly as ‘J’. She had a farm in the Paarl area and the many happy times that were spent there inspired the McNaughts to farm. She died a few years ago and this wine was named for her.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43084551159907,"sku":null,"price":1020.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/The-J.webp?v=1736332542"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-ghost-gum-white-2021","title":"Stony Brook Ghost Gum White 2024 per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eWINEMAKER: CRAIG MCNAUGHT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGhost Gum White is our flagship white wine, made up entirely of Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003efrom two unique vineyards on Stony Brook. 100% barrel-fermented in 60% new\u003cbr\u003eFrench oak barriques and matured for 12 months, this wine is supremely focussed,\u003cbr\u003ehighlighting the brightness of Chardonnay grown in Franschhoek’s Bo-Hoek. The\u003cbr\u003eearly picking dates of the grapes ensure lovely acidity and ageing potential. The juice\u003cbr\u003ewas fermented at high turbidity to create richness and length in the wine, without\u003cbr\u003ethe need for lees-stirring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003cbr\u003eVibrant, golden yellow in colour with glints of light green. The nose is led by bright\u003cbr\u003elemon and lime, with a healthy dose of toast and butterscotch backing up the natural\u003cbr\u003efruit. There is unmistakable harmony between the bright acidity and rich, oaky\u003cbr\u003efinish in this Chardonnay, making it a great partner for creamy pasta dishes, cheeses\u003cbr\u003eand cured meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eANALYSIS\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 12.45%\u003cbr\u003eSugar: 2.7 g\/l\u003cbr\u003eAcidity: 5.9 g\/l\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.41\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43084551290979,"sku":null,"price":1260.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/Untitleddesign-29_4aa41304-6dee-43d9-8ec8-8e41dd443812.png?v=1736332544"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-smv-2019","title":"Stony Brook SMV 2020 per Case","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eShiraz, Mourvedre, Viognier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWINEMAKER: CRAIG MCNAUGHT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"platter-rating\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlatter Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4 stars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Shiraz (80%) and Viognier (2%) grapes were co-fermented with 30% whole cluster, carbonic macerated grapes to freshen up and give additional spice and fragrance to the wine. The Mourvèdre (18%) was picked very ripe to allow soft, round tannins to be extracted during fermentation in stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003eAfter fermentation, the two components were taken to second-and-third-fill French Oak for natural malolactic fermentation and maturation, where the wine spent 26 months before a light filtration and bottling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite pepper, violets, and warm earth on the nose, with intense dark berry fruit. The palate shows dense, savoury flavours contrasted with bright acidity before the robust finish. There are multiple layers of texture in the wine, with lovely balance between the richness, chunky tannins and lively freshness. A wonderful pairing with slow-cooked winter foods like Boeuf Bourguignon or pulled pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlcohol: 14%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"platter-rating\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43983223947363,"sku":null,"price":960.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/SMV.webp?v=1736332912"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-camissa-2021","title":"Stony Brook Camissa 2021 per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eWINEMAKER: CRAIG MCNAUGHT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCamissa is the old Khoisan word for 'the place of sweet waters'. This is a wine that is only produced every few years and its blend changes each time. The 2020 vintage is made up of only Franschhoek-grown fruit; 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Cabernet Franc and 28% Petit Verdot - all matured in 30% new French oak barriques for 25 months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the nose there are classic, inviting Bordeaux aromas of blackberry and cassis, with hints of red pepper and spice. The first sip offers elegance and complexity on the palate, which subtly showcases the effortless balance between vibrant acidity and ripe tannins. A finely structured wine that will develop further complexity with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 14 %\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43983223914595,"sku":null,"price":840.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/Camissa.webp?v=1736332916"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-lyle-mcc-2018","title":"Stony Brook Lyle Blanc de Blanc NV per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatter Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4.5 star\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCap Classique produced entirely from estate-grown Chardonnay grapes. Only the cuvée fraction of pressed juice was used to ensure the purest and most elegant bottled product. Matured on the lees for 42 months before degorgement and dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh and clean aromatics with minerality and bright notes of lemon and lime. Elegant and complex, with vibrant acidity, focus and a dry finish. Cellar this Cap Classique for five to twelve years to allow maximum character development and enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43983223783523,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/E20176BC-A2DE-4E0E-B0F5-B9E58C8598B5.png?v=1736333008"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-ovidius-tempranillo-2020","title":"Stony Brook Ovidius Tempranillo 2021 per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eWINEMAKER: CRAIG MCNAUGHT\u003cbr\u003eThe name pays homage to the Roman poet, Ovid, who is quoted on the front\u003cbr\u003elabel of this wine: “Chance is always powerful. Let your hook be always cast; in\u003cbr\u003ethe pool where you least expect it there will be a fish.” Tempranillo has become an absolute revelation for Stony Brook. As we learn more about this scarce grape each year, the wine seems to become more and more refined. Harvested in early February, each bunch was meticulously hand-picked, hand-sorted and destemmed before a 4 day pre-ferment cold\u003cbr\u003esoak. The wine was taken to 70% new oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and maturation for 24 months before bottling. 2021 was a spectacular vintage for this wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is robust with generous, ripe dark fruit; black cherry and rose. The oak plays an  important supporting role, both with the aromatics and the palate. The wine is bold and rich, but at the same time bright and effortlessly structured. Firm, savoury tannins lead into a remarkably long, textured finish. Cellar for up to 20 years from vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eANALYSIS\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.73 %\u003cbr\u003eSugar: 2.7 g\/l\u003cbr\u003eAcidity: 6.9 g\/l\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.43\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Stony Brook Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43983223750755,"sku":null,"price":1980.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/Ovidius.webp?v=1736333012"},{"product_id":"stony-brook-syrah-reserve-2020","title":"Stony Brook Syrah Reserve 2021 per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eWINEMAKER: CRAIG MCNAUGHT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"platter-rating\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlatter Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.5 stars (91 points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes for our Syrah all come from a very special, low-yielding block on our farm. After harvesting, 85% of the grapes were lightly destemmed, while the remaining 15% were added to the tank as whole bunches. Two days of pre-ferment maceration were carried out before inoculating. After a quick fermentation, the grapes were pressed off and settled before taking the wine to 2nd and 3rd fill French oak barriques for 28 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is plenty of dark berry fruit and black pepper on the nose, with some violet, fynbos, and earthiness to boot. There is an intensity on the palate, showing fullness, but at the same time, bright acidity and firm, ripe tannins in the finish. A lovely wine to pair with slow-cooked winter food or roast pork and vegetables. 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There is plenty of sunshine to allow the grapes ample\u003cbr\u003eripeness, while the cool night-time temperatures seal in the acidity and\u003cbr\u003eincrease the potential for hangtime on the vine. With each vintage of The\u003cbr\u003eMax, the aim is to craft a wine that has huge ageing potential as well as rich,\u003cbr\u003eharmonious flavours that allow the wine to be enjoyed in its youth. The 2019\u003cbr\u003evintage is a four-way Cape Bordeaux-style blend, made up of 47% Cabernet\u003cbr\u003eSauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc, 18% Merlot, and 14% Petit Verdot. Matured\u003cbr\u003ein 50% new French oak barriques for 26 months before blending and bottling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Max 2019 is lighter on its feet than previous vintages, with playful yet\u003cbr\u003econcentrated red fruit aromatics and a touch of tobacco and cedar. 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