Bellingham
Bernard Series Hand Picked Viognier 2020
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | South Africa (South Africa) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Viognier |
| Aging | Aged in old oak barrels. |
- Grape variety and vintage: 100% Viognier, still white wine from the 2020 vintage
- Origin and estate: Coastal Region, South Africa; produced by Bellingham
- Format and strength: 0.75 litre bottle with screw cap, 13% alcohol
- Vinification: hand-picked, selected yeasts, aged in old oak barrels
- Taste and pairings: yellow fruit and spices; ideal with fish, Asian cuisine and white meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bellingham Hand Picked Viognier is a still white wine with a refined and elegantly fruity profile. Made from Viognier grapes, it displays a bright straw yellow colour. On the nose, it offers an intense bouquet with notes of pear, peach and melon, enhanced by hints of honey and dried fruit. On the palate, it reveals a warm and enveloping structure, characterised by a full body dominated by flavours of ripe yellow fruit. The sip stands out for its perfect balance of taste, offering a pleasant freshness and a fine acidity that lead to a delicately spiced finish.
Where it comes from
This white wine originates in South Africa, in the Coastal Region, a renowned wine-growing area within the Western Cape. The Viognier grape finds an ideal habitat here thanks to the Mediterranean climate of the Cape, which encourages optimal ripening of the grapes. This environment allows the wine to develop deep fruity aromas while maintaining a balanced freshness. The Bellingham estate signs this label by enhancing the unique features of the territory to create wines with a modern character that faithfully reflect the identity and typical South African coastal style.
How it is produced
The production of this wine begins with a careful manual harvest, essential for preserving the aromatic integrity of the Viognier. In the winery, fermentation takes place with selected yeasts to enhance the purity of the primary fruity aromas. Afterwards, the wine undergoes a period of ageing in old oak barrels. The use of wood respects the varietal character, helping to soften the structure and impart a subtle spicy nuance, ensuring a dry, rich and excellently persistent sip.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1693, the historic South African estate Bellingham skilfully blends tradition and innovation. This white wine from the The Bernard Series range, dedicated to winemaker Bernard Podlashuk, celebrates a grape variety that thrives in the Cape's Mediterranean climate. Careful hand harvesting preserves the fresh aromas of peach and pear, while ageing in old oak barrels imparts a delicately spiced finish, expressing the true character of the Coastal Region.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1693
The Podlashuks replanted the farm to vineyards and travelled to France and Germany to do extensive wine research. Upon return, they buckled down and released the Cape’s first rosé in 1949, followed in quick succession by the Premier Grand Cru in 1951 and the first single varietal Shiraz in 1956.
The 80s and 90s saw vineyard developments, cellar extensions and the beginning of Bellingham’s classic New World winemaking philosophy. Today, while still inspired by its history of innovation, ingenuity and foresight, the brand is firmly set in the 21st century, producing contemporary, structured wines with an unmistakable sense of place and style. Read more
| Name | Bellingham Bernard Series Hand Picked Viognier 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Viognier |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | South Africa |
| Vendor | Bellingham |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1693, the historic South African estate Bellingham skilfully blends tradition and innovation. This white wine from the The Bernard Series range, dedicated to winemaker Bernard Podlashuk, celebrates a grape variety that thrives in the Cape's Mediterranean climate. Careful hand harvesting preserves the fresh aromas of peach and pear, while ageing in old oak barrels imparts a delicately spiced finish, expressing the true character of the Coastal Region. |
| Origin | Cape (South Africa) |
| Climate | Cape Mediterranean climate |
| Production technique | Hand-harvested grapes, fermentation with selected yeast and ageing in old oak barrels |
| Wine making | Hand-harvested grapes carefully selected; fermentation with selected yeast to enhance the aromas; ageing in old oak barrels for a subtle spicy touch. |
| Aging | Aged in old oak barrels. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |