Kleine Oranjerie Fauna & Flora Pinotage

Winemaker Wildeberg on the winery

“We are Kleine Oranjerie, a wine label from South Africa’s Wildeberg, working with grapes from different parts of the Cape. From our vineyards in Franschhoek to more distant sites across the Western Cape, we seek out fruit that expresses its origins. We work with both young and old vines and favour careful, natural fermentation. Our aim is to preserve the distinctive character of each grape variety rather than overpower it with winemaking techniques. Our name reflects the rich natural world of the Cape, which is also celebrated in the wildlife and botanical illustrations on our labels.”

And on Western Cape, South Africa

“Our Pinotage comes from South Africa’s Western Cape and is made from Pinotage, a grape variety developed in South Africa by crossing Pinot Noir with Cinsault. For this wine, we combine partial whole-bunch fermentation in stainless-steel tanks with malolactic fermentation in 300- and 600-litre oak barrels. This approach preserves the wine’s fruity character while building roundness and structure. In the glass, you’ll find ripe plum and cherry, complemented by dark berries, toasted notes and spice. The wine is juicy and expressive, finishing with a soft, velvety texture.”