Lievland
Bushvine Pinotage
Pinotage Blend from Paarl, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Lievland
Lievland’s history dates back to 1715, when the original farm was granted to the ex-soldier Jurie Hanekom. Lievland lies on the western slopes of the Simonsberg mountains between Stellenbosch and Paarl, two of the most prominent wine-growing areas in the Cape. The climate, location, and soil on the slopes are conducive to the cultivation of high-quality grapes, and some of the Cape’s best-known wines are made here. Lievland is all about "the here and now", and their wines are made in a generous fruit-forward, well-extracted style.
Description
This Pinotage shows vibrant aromas of cherry and raspberry notes, with a hint of cedar and vanilla from the oak maturation. The palate shows ample red fruit and a delicious savoury note. 4% Grenache adds vibrancy and complexity to the blend. The Pinotage grapes come from a 25-year-old dry-farmed bush-vine vineyard. The soils are rich in granite which tends to playa crucial role in creating a rich texture in the wine. The vineyard is quite highly elevated and the wind naturally keeps the crop low.
Food Pairing
The wine can be enjoyed with traditional South African dishes such as roasted Karoo lamb or springbok pie or even served slightly chilled with Cape Malay curried fish.