Rijk's Cellar
Private Cellar Pinotage
Pinotage from Tulbagh, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
Rijk's Cellar
Rijk’s is situated 120km North-East of Cape Town and 80km East of the Atlantic ocean in a Mediterranean climate. Our valley is surrounded by the Obiqua, Winterhoek, and Witzenberg mountains which reach heights of up to 1 995m. Lover of good food and collector of good wines, Neville Dorrington had been working in Cape Town for more than 20 years. In 1996 Neville and his family decided to move to the countryside and grow and produce their own wine. We fell in love with the Tulbagh valley and came across 137 hectares of virgin soils that were never cultivated. The slopes faced north, south, east, and west and the analysis of the vertical shale soils revealed the potential for low-yielding, high-quality grapes. Today Rijk’s only focuses on producing Chenin Blanc and Pinotage. Rijk’s has been named in honour of the governor Rijk Tulbagh who governed the Cape from 1751-1771.
Description
This Pinotage displays a deep color, indicating its intensity. The nose features aromas of black cherry, mulberry, and hints of cigar box. These are complemented by floral tones and layers of red fruits such as cherries and raspberries. The palate is well-structured with a dense fruit core, balanced acidity, and fine tannins. The finish is long, pure, and rounded off with delicate wood spice from the oak aging.
Food Pairing
The Rijk's Private Cellar Pinotage 2020 pairs excellently with grilled meats, rich stews, game, and hard cheeses. Its bold flavors and structure make it a versatile wine for a variety of robust dishes.
