The Lanzerac Pionier Pinotage is a tribute to the world’s first bottled Pinotage – a 1959 Lanzerac Pinotage.
Wine Tasting Notes:
On colour
The Lanzerac Pionier Pinotage 2021 displays an excellent deep ruby colour with vibrant purple highlights, reflecting its youthful intensity and concentration.
On the nose
Pronounced varietal aromas of ripe, plummy red fruit are immediately apparent, complemented by black cherry and mulberry. Gentle oak influence adds hints of baking spice, vanilla, and a touch of earthiness, contributing to overall aromatic complexity.
On the palate
The palate is broad and velvety, offering a big, complex mouthfeel packed with juicy plum and ripe red berry flavours. Fine, supple tannins provide structure without harshness, and the integrated oak imparts subtle spice and chocolate tones. Balanced acidity lifts the fruit and leads into a long, lingering aftertaste.
On the whole
A powerfully styled, fruit-driven Pinotage, notable for its plush texture and sustained, elegant finish.
Aging Potential:
With 5 to 10 years maturation the Pionier Pinotage 2021 will start to acquire the velvet density and luxurious chocolate and caramel flavours for which its predecessors is known.
Food and Wine Pairing Suggestions:
Enjoy this flagship wine with a slow cooked rich oxtail and butter bean curry or duck au vin with chestnuts, onions and mushrooms.
For Cheese pairings, consider:
When pairing cheese with the Lanzerac Pioneer Pinotage 2021, you’ll want cheeses that can match its intensity, complement its fruitiness, and either contrast or harmonize with its smoky-spicy undertones.
Try pairing with these cheeses:
1. Aged Gouda (2+ years) – Its caramelized, nutty sweetness balances the wine’s dark fruit and spice.
2. Cheddar (Sharp or Mature) – The boldness stands up to the Pinotage, while the slight tang enhances the fruit.
3. Blue Cheese (e.g., Stilton or Gorgonzola) – The salty, creamy intensity contrasts beautifully with the wine’s jammy richness.
4. Smoked Gouda – Echoes the wine’s subtle smoky notes.
5. Camembert or Brie – The creamy, buttery texture softens the wine’s tannins.
| Alcohol |
14.04% |
| Residual sugar |
1.7g/L |
| Acidity |
6.1 |
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Region |
Stellenbosch, Jonkershoek Valley
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Producer |
Lanzerac
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