TestalongaSwartland, South Africa
Why you'll love it
A vibrant, naturally made Carignan from Swartland—organic, low-intervention, and packed with personality.
Juicy red berries, sour cherry, and violet with a herbal twist. Light, fresh, and softly tannic.
Grilled lamb, spiced dishes, or a charcuterie board. Try it slightly chilled.
Best known in Languedoc-Roussillon, Priorat, Sardinia
A sturdy Mediterranean red grape that comes into its own from old, low-yielding vines. Dark fruit, spice and a savoury, earthy core with good acidity. In Rioja it goes by the name Mazuelo.
South Africa
The heartland of South Africa's wine revolution. Old bush-vine Chenin Blanc, Cinsault and Syrah grown on schist and granite. The natural wine movement found its South African home here — producers like Eben Sadie and Chris Alheit have changed the global conversation about what South African wine can be.
Swartland, South Africa
Craig and Carla Hawkins make Testalonga wines in Swartland, South Africa, with a commitment to natural winemaking. Love Wine stocks the El Bandito skin-contact Chenin, a pét-nat and the Baby Bandito range.
More from Testalonga →From Craig Hawkins' Baby Bandito range, made with hand-harvested bush vines and minimal sulphur. Label inspired by Banksy's “Follow Your Dreams.”
If you like these, you'll love this: Cru Beaujolais, Loire Cabernet Franc, or other bright, natural reds.
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