Winemaker and burner Michael Weder
In 2007the Weder Family took the decision to buy the KRISTALL KELLEREI and accepted the challenge to make wine, with the special adverse conditions of a desert climate with 330 days of sunshine, from white and red wine grapes. After twelve years the result are the unique wines which display a dusty character.
The founders of the winery decided in 1989 to experiment with the French white wine grape Colombard. This grape is still grown in south-western France. Despite the high sugar content, due to the daily sunlight, it retains its acidity and can cope with the demanding weather conditions of Namibia. In recent years, editions with an exceptionally high alcohol content have been produced (15% vol-17% vol), a fact that surprises most wine connoisseurs. The Colombard is ideal for making a brandy (Nappa) and the much sought after brandy of the Kristall winery. (Limited edition of 400 bottles)