2021 Testalonga El Bandito Mangaliza Harslevelu
Swartland, South Africa
A rare gem: Hungarian white varietyl grown in South Africa. Outrageously delicious and unapologetically natural.
$82.00
About The Wine
Craig and Carla Hawkins are the tip of the spear when it comes to natural wine in South Africa. Ever since they started in 2008, the two have been leading the way in crafting elegant wines with a hands-off approach.
Their "Mangaliza" (named after a breed of Hungarian pigs that look like sheep), is made from a small parcel of vines dedicated to the Hungarian Harslevelu grape in Testalonga's Swartland estate. A rare find if ever there was one, these bottles get snapped up in no time.
Nervy and racy, there's loads of minerality and citrus character coming through here, with a real lo-fi approach in the winery.
About Testalonga
Craig and Carla Hawkins launched Testalonga in the north of Swartland, South Africa in 2008.
They are part of a revolutionary ground swell taking place in South African wine, where traditions are being challenged and brave new territory is being explored. The painfully small amount of wine that this duo produces gets snapped up in short order the world over. Known for their striking intensity and nervy energy, Craig and Carla's wines are on the cutting edge of the natural wine movement in their country.
Swartland, South Africa
From The Producer
Bush vines planted in 1971, organically farmed, situated in a very “wet” part of the Paardeberg, at the bottom of the slope. The vineyards grow very upright with very loose open clusters which help with good airflow to reduce disease pressure. The vineyard orientation and higher than average rainfall made for a challenging growing season, but the resulting yield and quality were worth the effort.
Hand-harvested then fermented after being 100% whole bunch pressed. Pressed into 1 x 500L and 1 x 225L French oak barrels. No added yeast or acid. Full Malolactic fermentation takes place. SO2 is added a month before bottling, un-fined with a light clarifying filtration.
Blend : Harslevelu (100%)
ABV : 12%
Closure : Cork
Drink Until : 2025
Bottle Size : 750ml
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