Lothian Vineyards
Noble Late Harvest
Dessert Wine from Elgin, South Africa
Bottle size:
375 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Lothian Vineyards
Lothian Vineyards is an Elgin producer specialising in cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and Rosé. Set beside the Palmiet River and a private lake in the Kogelberg Biosphere, the estate focuses on site-sensitive winemaking that reflects the freshness and restraint of the Elgin Valley.
Description
On the nose a smoky wild honey gives way to tangerine and musk melon. The taste is characterised by a tangy acidity that lasts to the very end, never letting the sweetness become cloying. The first impressions are of grilled pineapple drizzled with lemon and honey. As one gets used to these flavours, secondary notes of Frangipane paste, golden sultanas, Ruby grapefruit topped with brown sugar and grilled start to appear. The final impression is of a Christmas mince pie with a glass of Drambuie. Notes of crisp buttery pastry and candied citrus peel supported to the end by a racy acidity.
Food Pairing
This wine would pair well with strong cheeses both soft and hard, roasted nuts, dried fruits and even a not-too-sweet cheesecake.
