Villiera Wine (Stellenbosch)
Pinotage 2023
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | South Africa (South Africa) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinotage |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (20% new oak). |
- Grape variety and origin: 100% Pinotage from old organic vineyards in Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Aroma: notes of blackberry, plum, vanilla, chocolate, coffee and smoky hints
- Palate: soft and balanced structure, velvety and fine tannins, juicy finish
- Recommended pairings: ideal with grilled meats, game, pork, cheeses and spicy dishes
- Ageing: 12 months in French oak (20% new); alcohol content 14% vol
Description
What kind of wine it is
Villiera Pinotage is a still South African red wine with an intense ruby colour. On the nose, it reveals notes of blackberry and plum, enriched by subtle hints of vanilla, chocolate and coffee. On the palate, it is smooth and well-balanced, supported by a velvety texture and fine, integrated tannins. The long, juicy finish, characterised by an elegant smoky touch, makes it the ideal pairing for grilled meats and game, and it also proves excellent with cheeses and spicy dishes after about an hour of decanting.
Where it comes from
It originates in the Stellenbosch region, crafted by Villiera, a family-run winery strongly committed to sustainability. The Pinotage grapes come from old vines grown within a nature reserve, designed to protect local biodiversity and ensure respect for the soil. This environmental focus translates into strict organic viticulture aimed at selecting only healthy, perfectly ripe fruit, thus encouraging the development of mature tannins and delivering a modern expression of the grape variety.
How it is produced
Production begins with the manual harvesting of the bunches at optimal ripeness. After gentle crushing and destemming, fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature, supported by regular pump-overs for proper extraction. The wine is then pressed just before dryness to complete malolactic fermentation in tank. This is followed by a twelve-month maturation period in French oak barrels, using a proportion of new wood, a step that imparts subtle spicy notes and shapes an elegant and well-defined structure.
History and Curiosities
Born in the terroir of Stellenbosch, the Villiera Pinotage 2023 expresses authentic South African character thanks to a commitment to organic viticulture. The Grier family cultivates old vineyards nestled within a lush nature reserve, dedicated to protecting local biodiversity. This renowned grape variety, a historic cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsaut, is enhanced by an elegant twelve-month maturation in French oak. The result is a wine with a velvety texture, a modern and refined expression that demonstrates a profound respect for the soil.
Tasting notes
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Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Cathy Brewer (née Grier) later joined the family team to head up the sales, marketing and export divisions. The introduction of hi-tech cellar facilities for the production of still wines as well as Cap Classique combined with a unique wine business philosophy has seen Villiera developing into one of the largest private wineries in the country. Read more
| Name | Villiera Pinotage 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinotage |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | South Africa |
| Vendor | Villiera Wine (Stellenbosch) |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the terroir of Stellenbosch, the Villiera Pinotage 2023 expresses authentic South African character thanks to a commitment to organic viticulture. The Grier family cultivates old vineyards nestled within a lush nature reserve, dedicated to protecting local biodiversity. This renowned grape variety, a historic cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsaut, is enhanced by an elegant twelve-month maturation in French oak. The result is a wine with a velvety texture, a modern and refined expression that demonstrates a profound respect for the soil. |
| Origin | Stellenbosch |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 °C |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting; crushing and destemming; fermentation with pump-overs; malolactic fermentation in tank; ageing for 12 months in French oak barrels (20% new) |
| Wine making | After crushing and destemming, inoculation took place and fermentation occurred at an average temperature of 28°C. Following regular pump-overs, the wine was pressed just before drying and completed malolactic fermentation in tank before being transferred to French oak barrels. Twenty percent of the oak was new and the wine remained in wood for 12 months before being prepared for bottling. |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (20% new oak). |
| Total acidity | 6.36 gr/L |
| PH | 3.55 |
| Residual sugar | 3.18 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |