Kleine Zalze Sweet Fortified NV

A non-vintage sweet wine, perfectly capturing complexity and sweetness, from Stellenbosch, South Africa.  Enjoy this with creamy desserts. It also accompanies mature cheeses wonderfully.

Made from Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, this wine has multiple complex flavours. Notes of nectar, honey and natural sugars are produced during the winemaking process by adding pure grape spirit to the fermenting grapes. Ages in oak barrels broadens the wine, giving it power and weight through the sweetness. Because this wine is non-vintage, its production is an ongoing process. Only a small amount of wine is taken from the barrels each year, which is then topped up with fresh wine to continue the process.

Klein Zalze, nestled in the heart of the Cape Winelands, was revitalised when Kobus Basson purchased the estate in 1996. Although winemaking has been a part of this land since 1695, it's the recent investment and methodical approach that have catapulted Klein Zalze to prominence. In just 20 years, it has become one of the most awarded estates in Stellenbosch. Their wines are a true reflection of the region's terroir, showcasing a perfect blend of tradition and modern winemaking techniques.