At 420m above sea-level, set high above the
picturesque Elgin Valley, Andrew Gunn founded Iona. It is
here, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean that he has secured some of
the coolest vineyards in the Cape.
In a country where cool climate vineyards are like gold dust,
these vineyards are veritable nuggets. There is an extremely long
growing season, harvesting up to 2 months after Stellenbosch,
allowing Andrew to create wines with complex flavours and a fresh,
elegant style. The approach is hands off and the land is farmed
according to organic and biodynamic practices with a particular
focus on ensuring the health of the soils whilst pests are kept
under control by the resident flock of geese that roam the
vineyards.