Western Cape Fairtrade Chenin Blanc

Western Cape Fairtrade Chenin Blanc

Charles Back, the owner of the acclaimed Fairview winery, was the original driving force in this consortium, which bought a failing Citrusdal co-operative, in the Olifants River Valley. Keen to access this fruit for his Goats do Roam wines, Charles realised the potential for the 50% of this co-op’s production that was certified Fairtrade. The use of the name Liberty was linked more to this aspect of Fairtrade than it was to Liberty Wines. In 2018 Piekenierskloof bought Charles’ share and remains the current owner. The social improvement engendered through the Fairtrade philosophy is, and will continue to be, liberating for the farmers who benefit from its impact.

The fruit hails from the Berg en Dal farm, which has been committed to Fairtrade since 2003 and part-owned by its employees since 2007. The vineyards are planted on sandy soils, up to 600 metres above sea level, while cool Atlantic breezes blowing up the valley keep temperatures low enough for the bush vines to thrive. The Chenin Blanc is sourced from vines with an average age of 25 years (with some more than 40 years old) and displays a crisp apple freshness balanced by tropical fruit ripeness.

What Fairtrade does – Fairtrade works with farming co-operatives, businesses and governments to make trade fairer. Together with Fairtrade farmers and workers we have a vision: a world in which trade is based on fairness so that producers earn secure and sustainable livelihoods. Fairtrade has a network of dedicated supporters who help to raise awareness of the issues of unfair trade and fundraise to support us in our work.

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Western Cape Fairtrade Chenin Blanc