Momento began in 2013 while Marelise Niemann was winemaker at Beaumont Family Wines in Bot River.

She has since become known for wines of purity, elegance and honesty, working with old vines in both Bot River and the Swartland with a minimal intervention approach putting terroir front and centre.

That first vintage was two barrels of Grenache Noir and her love affair with the grape has deepened; she now works with all three Grenache varieties having added Grenache Blanc to the repertoire in 2019.

Now based at Anysbos farm next door to Gabrielskloof – where she spent four years alongside Crystallum and Thorne & Daughters – Marelise is becoming increasingly known as the champion of the variety.

The Grenaches Noir and Gris have become critically acclaimed and prized examples over the past few vintages, as has the outlier of the range, a Tinta Barocca made in a style akin to high-end Pinot Noir.

Marelise’s fascination with Grenache was stirred by her time in the Priorat region in Spain, where, along with Eben Sadie, she was inspired by how the old vine fruit was produced in such a fresh and vibrant way. She returned to South Africa determined seek out old vine Grenache.

Join as as we host Marelise Niemann and journey through the world of Grenache.

Seats are limited so booking is essential.