All grapes processed in the cellar are grown and produced on Morgenster Estate. Harvest time is from mid-February to end March. Prior to the harvest much time is spent in the vineyards tasting the grapes to determine optimal ripeness. The north facing soil fertility limitation aspects, combined with cool sea breezes off False Bay create an extended ripening period, allowing the vine to simulate higher concentrations of colour intensity, tannin density and fruit flavour thus creating better structure in the wine.

The different vineyards blocks are all harvested separately, with max 25 tons of grapes being picked daily. Our Merlot is the first to ripen, followed by Cabernet franc, Cabernet sauvignon and then Petit Verdot. All the grapes are analysed to confirm the correct balance with reference to phenolic ripeness, fruit and acid levels.