Jordan Timepiece: The ancestral beat of Stellenbosch
Jordan Wine Estate's Timepiece: The heartbeat of the 1983 vineyards
Some wines do not just describe a varietal, but hold the soul of a region. The Timepiece line from Jordan Wine Estate is a visionary project born to celebrate the Jordan family's heritage through the recovery of single vineyards over 35 years old, officially certified by the Old Vine Project.
As specialists and direct partners, we at Cape Best have selected the two milestones that inaugurate this collection: the Chenin Blanc and the Sauvignon Blanc.
Homage to Ted Jordan: The logo is a signature
The connection to the roots is literal: the Timepiece logo is a faithful reproduction of the handwriting of Ted Jordan, founder of the estate, who personally planted these vineyards in 1983. As Gary Jordan emphasizes, these ancient, gnarled vines are an "ancestral clock" that connects his father's work to future generations. Choosing a Timepiece means owning a signed piece of South African viticulture history.
Vinification in amphora and oak
The technical particularity of the Timepiece line lies in the balance between ancient and modern containers. Winemaker Sjaak Nelson uses a carefully crafted combination for 8 months of maturation:
- Terracotta amphorae: The use of clay allows for capturing the integrity of the site, keeping the fruit vibrant and pure.
- Old French oak barrels: Fundamental for providing structure and complexity without covering the original elegance of the varietal.
The two gems of the collection on Cape Best
The 1983 Chenin Blanc is a liquid monument to resilience. A wine that does not seek power, but the absolute precision of aromatic detail.
Coming from one of South Africa's oldest Sauvignon Blanc vineyards, this wine challenges every convention about the varietal.
The four cardinal points: the secret of the microclimate
The Timepiece line's design depicts the four cardinal points, symbolizing the different exposures and altitudes of the Stellenbosch Kloof. In this unique enclave, the ancient soils and different mesoclimates allow for extraordinary vineyard longevity. This "varietal clarity" makes Timepiece wines collector's items, destined to evolve beautifully for years.
Why buy the Timepiece line on Cape Best?
As direct importers, Cape Best guarantees you access to these limited editions, often unavailable through general channels.
A small note for collectors: although they share an iconic name and an absolute dedication to quality, the Jordan Wine Estate in Stellenbosch (South Africa) is distinct from the Californian Jordan. What we present to you at Cape Best is the authentic soul of the Cape, where granite soils and Indian Ocean breezes sign wines of unmistakable elegance.