Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.49%
Residual Sugar 3.4 g/L
pH 3.35
Total Acidity 5.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir100%
Region Elgin
Soil Decomposed bokkeveld shale
Elevation 280.0 meters
Orientation North/South On Northeast And South-Facing Slopes, Northwest/Southeast On South-Facing Slopes
Grape Clone 667, 777, 113, 115, PN5
Vine Age 2-33 years old, planted between 1990 and 2021
Natural Yeast Yes
Maceration 6 days
Oak Aging 12 months
Oak Details 16% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak16%
Second Fill Oak24%
Oak Types French
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Production Details Berries were hand-sorted before crushing, followed by cold maceration at 12°-14°C for 6-8 days. Fermentation began naturally, then inoculated with Burgundian yeast after five days. The skin cap was hand-punched twice daily. Post-fermentation, the wine was transferred to French oak barrels (16% new, 24% second fill, the rest third and fourth fill) for malolactic fermentation and 12 months of maturation. After tasting and blending trials, the wine was racked using nitrogen gas, assembled, and prepared for bottling.
Tasting Notes
bright crimson color, delicate earthy aromas, red berry flavors, dark berry flavors, savory hints, touch of oak, long, lingering finish
Food Pairing game fish, game birds, venison, grilled beef, strong, hard cheese
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Producer Information
Website
Address
N2, Kromco Turn off, De Rust Estate, Grabouw, 7160, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 844 0605
Email
Owner
Paul Clüver (Managing Director), Clüver Family
Cellarmaster
Andries Burger