Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.04%
Residual Sugar 1.8 g/L
pH 3.47
Total Acidity 5.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir100%
Region Elgin
Soil Bokkeveld shale rich in clay
Elevation 430.0 meters
Orientation Ssw, Se
Harvest Dates 16-25 February
Sites Blocks 9, 15B, 15A1, 15A2
Grape Clone PN114, PN115, PN667, PN777
Production Details The Groenlandberg is an isolated, fynbos-covered, cloud-catching mountain that forms the backdrop of Oak Valley Estate. Winter of 2021 was slightly colder and wetter than both the winters of 2019 and 2020. The wet and cool soils delayed budburst slightly but vine growth was very even. Spring of 2021 was slightly drier than normal and a two-day heat wave at the end of January caused some heat and drought stress on better drained sites, which is unusual in Elgin. The clay-rich shale soils helped to alleviate the impacts of this warm vintage and the vines were able to ripen grapes at lower sugars with good natural acidity. Harvest 2022 started on 7 February with a new Chardonnay block, with the Pinot Noir blocks following closely behind. Made from a selection of vineyards found high up along the Groenlandberg, this wine reflects the vintage and terroir with gentle winemaking and a consistent approach to French oak maturation.
Tasting Notes
Nose: red cherry, black cherry, tilled soil, beetroot, blueberry, cinnamon spice
Palate: strawberry, red cherries
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Oak Avenue, Elgin, 7180, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 859 2510
Email
Owner
Viljoen Family