{"title":"Old Vine Wine","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"villions-wines-hening-chenin-blanc-2023","title":"VILLION WINES “Henning Chenin Blanc” Chenin Blanc, Bot River","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Bot River fruit from 40 Year old vines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod and Maturation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHand harvested. 50% Crushed and 45% whole bunch pressed. Fermented in barrel. 5% component of skin fermented Chenin. Spontaneous fermented. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% of the volume was matured for 11 months in 300- and 400L selected French Burgundian oak barrels. 30% of the oak matured component was in new oak.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVillion Wines – Hening Chenin Blanc 2023 pours a bright, medium lemon hue with youthful green glints that underline its freshness and cool-climate origin. The clarity is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebrilliant, suggesting careful handling and a wine that is likely to retain its vibrancy for a few more years in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose opens with ripe yellow stone fruit, led by peach and apricot, layered with nuances of quince and a touch of honeyed citrus zest. Subtle notes of saline oyster shell, crushed stone, and gentle vanilla and cinnamon spice hint at spontaneous oak fermentation and time on lees, adding complexity and a faint flinty edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe palate is dry with a light to medium body, showing a mouth-filling yet finely etched texture driven by dried peach and baked quince flavours supported by lively, tangy acidity. A distinct saline, almost oystershell character runs through the mid-palate, framed by flinty minerality and a chalky pithiness that lengthens the finish and reflects the concentration of old-vine fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA finely poised, saline and stone-fruited Cape South Coast Chenin Blanc with flinty complexity and a lingering, chalk-dusted finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDelightful already but will reward amply with a richer experience within the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003enext 5 -15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eLimited Production:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOnly 2980 bottles produced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Villion Wines","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":50648166662447,"sku":"VW-CB-HE-23","price":64.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/MessageInABottle-VillionWines-HeningCheninBlanc2023.png?v=1730386670"},{"product_id":"kaapzicht-the-steytler-range-the-1947-chenin-blanc-2023","title":"KAAPZICHT “The 1947” Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":17215,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":16770457},\"5\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"17\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Chenin Blanc\"}'\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of Steytlers have been custodians of this special site for almost eight decades. Today, it is one of the oldest Chenin Blanc vineyards in the country. It’s deeply connected to our history and our home, making it impossible to mimic. The wine exemplifies the tension between generosity and restraint found in Bottelary Chenin Blanc. Originally 6ha in size, only 1.1ha of the very low yielding vineyard remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked, 50% whole-bunch pressed, 50% crushed and de-stemmed (with skin-contact in press).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural sedimentation overnight after pressing (light and gentle pressing with maximum pressure of 0.8kpa).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter settling, the wine is racked to 500l barrels for spontaneous fermentation. Fermentation can last between 2–4 weeks. The wine is aged in barrel for 10 months prior to bottling and bottled unfiltered and unfined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-colour\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eKaapzicht The Steytler Range “The 1947” Chenin Blanc is a medium lemon-gold in the glass, with a touch of depth that hints at old-vine concentration and time in oak. The wine appears bright and viscous, suggesting both ripeness and a richly textured style rather than something lean or neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-nose\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the nose it is pronounced and complex, with wet straw, dusty white citrus and honeyed yellow peach layered over ripe pineapple and hints of fynbos. Spicy top notes mingle with nuances of tangerine peel, naartjie and lychee, giving an exotic, almost confit-like character while still feeling lifted and well-defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-palate\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is dry to off-dry, full-bodied and generously textured, showing concentrated flavours of peach, apricot, pineapple and sweet citrus peel. A plump, glycerol mouthfeel is balanced by well-judged acidity and subtle oak spice, carrying those tangerine, naartjie and lychee notes into a long, opulent yet focused finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-whole\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA richly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etextured\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eold-vine Chenin, combining honeyed stone and tropical fruit with spice, fynbos lift and a long, opulent but finely balanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaapzicht","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":53750421193007,"sku":"KA-CB-19-24","price":139.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/MessageInABottle-Kaapzicht-The1947CheninBlanc2023.png?v=1736052881"},{"product_id":"tempel-wines-kattemaai-old-vine-chenin-blanc-2023","title":"TEMPEL WINES “Kattemaai Old Vine Chenin Blanc” Chenin Blanc, Wellington","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Chenin Blanc\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":17215,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":16770457},\"5\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"17\":1}'\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVineyards are located in Wellington on 400m altitude. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNatural fermented in older French oak barrels (500L-400L-300L). Left on the lees without bâtonnage for 9 months. All barrels went through malolactic fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 2023 Chenin shows a bright lemon colour with a hint of green at the rim, reflecting youthful\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efreshness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand good concentration from old vines.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Tempel Wines Kattemaai Chenin blanc 2023 | Mothercity Liquor\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/mothercityliquor.co.za\/products\/tempel-wines-kattemaai-chenin-blanc-2023\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAromas of quince, peach and citrus zest mingle with dry hay, fynbos and a gentle nutty, savoury note from discreet oak ageing.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cellarlinkauctions.com\/products\/2023-tempel-wines-kattemaai-chenin-blanc-2023-6-bottle-case\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDry, medium-bodied and driven by lively acidity, it offers precise quince, stone fruit and citrus flavours with a fine, saline, lightly pithy finish and subtle creamy texture.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/tempelwines.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Tech-sheet-chenin-blanc-2023-Tempel-Wines.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA focused, saline old-vine Chenin Blanc with pure quince and citrus fruit and a long, poised finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tempel Wines","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":50696442544431,"sku":"TW-CB-KT-23","price":74.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/TempelWines-CheninBlanc2023.png?v=1742366790"},{"product_id":"kaapzicht-chenin-blanc-kliprug","title":"KAAPZICHT “Kliprug” Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":17215,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":16770457},\"5\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"17\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Chenin Blanc\"}'\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in 1982 these old bush vines now never yields more than 4 tons per Hectare. Unirrigated and planted in weathered granite topsoil and crumbly clay sub-soil it's called \"Kliprug\" because of all the numerous rocks on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrapes harvested from registered heritage vineyard planted in 1982.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked crushed and destemmed (with skin-contact in press).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural sedimentation overnight after pressing (light and gentle pressing with maximum pressure of 0.8 kPA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter settling, the wine is racked to 400L and 500L barrels for spontaneous fermentation. Fermentation can last between 2 – 4 weeks. The wine is aged in barrel for 10 months prior to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-colour\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eKaapzicht Chenin Blanc Kliprug 2023 would present a medium lemon colour with a slight golden tint, indicating ripe fruit and some time in barrel and on lees. The wine would look bright and viscous in the glass, hinting at old‑vine concentration and a relatively\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etextural\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estyle rather than something lean or neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-nose\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the nose it is likely pronounced and pure, led by citrus and orchard fruit: lemon, lime, green and yellow apple, plus just‑ripe quince and white peach. Subtle notes of honeycomb, acacia blossom and a brush of vanilla and flinty reduction from barrel and lees ageing would add complexity while keeping the profile taut and mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-palate\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the palate the wine should be dry, medium‑ to full‑bodied and clean‑cut, with concentrated flavours of citrus, apple, quince and a touch of pineapple framed by punchy, cool‑climate acidity. A slightly oily, velvety texture from old vines and lees contact would be balanced by that brisk acidity and a light vanilla–spice note, driving a long, dry, tightly wound finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-whole\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA focused, citrus‑driven old‑vine Chenin, combining concentrated orchard fruit, flinty minerality and crisp acidity with a gently creamy, lees‑polished texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaapzicht","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":58159348220207,"sku":"KA-CB-KL-24","price":56.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/products\/2_af8ce5d5-5e41-474f-95ba-68bf15614072.png?v=1688291319"},{"product_id":"silverthorn-river-dragon-nv","title":"SILVERTHORN “River Dragon” Cap Classique, Robertson","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Colombar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Inspiration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\"If the sky could dream, would it dream of dragons?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDragons exist in the realm of magic, but their origins are grounded by our collective fascination and curiosity in nature. Perhaps inspired by dinosaurs, there is a rich and ancient history of dragons throughout the world. Draco Africanus, the majestic African Dragon, is alleged to have spent its time whimsically flying and \"skywriting\" with smoke. Benevolent, wise and powerful, the 'River Dragon' of Silverthorn appears eternally silhouetted against the River Without End Mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRiver Dragon was hand harvested towards the end of February in the early hours of the morning at 19 degrees balling. The grapes from a 39 year old vineyard, \u003cbr\u003ewere whole bunch pressed with a very low recovery rate of only 500 litres per ton – this ensures that no bitter tannins are extracted. 40% of the base wine was \u003cbr\u003efermented in old Acacia 500 litre barrels to enhance complexity. Secondary fermentation occurred in the bottle and the wine spent 12 months on the lees after which it was manually riddled and disgorged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilverthorn River Dragon NV shows a pale lemon to light green hue, with a fine, persistent line of bubbles that gives a delicate, refreshing appearance in the glass.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winecellar.co.za\/silverthorn-river-dragon-nv.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is gently expressive, with chamomile blossom and thatch notes layered over subtle stone fruit, pear and green apple, occasionally developing a light earthy or wild-herb nuance.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/barkeeper.co.za\/product\/silverthorn-river-dragon-750ml\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate the wine is dry, light-bodied and brisk, driven by racy acidity and a fine mousse, showing flavours of crisp pear, apple and soft stone fruit, with a faintly salty or savoury edge on the long, clean finish.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/boundbywine.com\/products\/silverthorn-river-dragon-nv\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA taut, delicately floral Cap Classique, balancing bright orchard fruit with a fine mousse and a refreshing, gently savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"open\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Silverthorn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51111216677167,"sku":"ST-CC-RD-NV","price":70.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/RiverDragon.png?v=1742267422"},{"product_id":"bellevue-the-1952-cinsault","title":"BELLEVUE WINES “1952 Cinsault” Cinsault, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Cinsault\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"winemaking\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe hand harvested grapes underwent a cold soak for 3 days, followed by inoculation for alcoholic fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThroughout this process, 3 daily pump-overs were performed. Once formentation was complete, the skins were pressed, and the wine was racked off the fermentation lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt was then transferred into 300 litre French oak barrels where it underwent spontaneous malolactic fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe wine was aged for 12 months in a combination of new, 2nd and 4th fill French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-colour\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBellevue \"The 1952\" Cinsault 2021 shows a limpid, medium ruby core with a slight bluish-pink edge, underlining its youthful energy and elegance rather than power. The brightness and moderate depth of colour are typical of old-vine Cinsault, suggesting delicacy, transparency and finesse more than extraction.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/messageinabottle.sg\/products\/bellevue-the-1952-cinsault\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-nose\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe nose is expressive and perfumed, with lifted notes of raspberry, wild strawberry, maraschino cherry and pomegranate, accented by hints of rose petal and pink musk. Underneath the high-toned fruit lie subtle nuances of blood orange, Turkish delight and a gentle herbal-spice edge that add complexity while preserving a sense of purity.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/gregsherwoodmw.com\/2024\/12\/09\/one-of-south-africas-most-iconic-wine-estates-is-reaching-for-the-stars-once-again-tasting-an-exceptional-selection-of-wines-from-bellevue-estate\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-palate\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is dry, medium-bodied and finely textured, wrapping its red-berry and pomegranate fruit in a silky, almost weightless mouthfeel supported by beautifully integrated, seamless acidity. Tight-knit, fine-grained tannins provide understated structure, carrying flavours of raspberry, strawberry, blood orange and mixed red berries through to a long, fresh, elegant finish with lingering floral and Turkish delight notes.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carolineswine.com\/shop\/south-african-wine\/reds\/cinsault-cinsaut\/bellevue-1952-cinsault-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-whole\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA poised, \u003c\/span\u003esilken\u003cspan\u003e old-vine Cinsault, brimming with fragrant red fruit, floral lift and refined, quietly powerful structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -13px; top: 320.812px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bellevue","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":51272788017455,"sku":"BE-CI-52-21","price":128.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2024","offer_id":58402000208175,"sku":"BW-CI-19-24","price":128.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/Bellevue1952Cinsault_f73d0c55-5803-4489-bad0-ee4dee8ba16c.png?v=1788439277"},{"product_id":"migliarina-chardonnay-bush-vine-2022","title":"MIGLIARINA “Bush Vine” Chardonnay, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The grape variety is Chardonnay. The grapes were sourced from a rare single vineyard bush vine block in the Stellenbosch region. The location of this vineyard is being kept a secret due to the scarcity of the grapes. \"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":17215,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":16370588},\"5\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"17\":1}'\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe grapes were sourced from a rare single vineyard bush vine block in the Stellenbosch region. The location of this vineyard is being kept a secret due to the scarcity of the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe wine was bottled on 30 June 2023 and only 2800 bottles were produced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe grapes were hand harvested at 22.5 balling and delivered in small lug boxes to the cellar. The grapes were whole bunch pressed and fermented naturally in barrel. After fermentation the wine was racked and matured in French barrels for 14 months. The wine did not undergo malolactic fermentation to keep its freshness and primary fruit flavours. The wine was not protein stabilised, cold stabilised or filtered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLight yellow with a tinge of green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eShowing concentrated stone fruit and defined citrus notes\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe palate is full, yet remains delicate with a fresh finish and a persistent sea breeze salinity. A beautiful expression of wellbalanced fruit with a fresh and acidity. There is a layered complexity and a sense of place that shines through in a balanced and nuanced fashion.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA polished, \u003c\/span\u003ecreamy\u003cspan\u003e bush‑vine Chardonnay, combining ripe stone and citrus fruit with fresh acidity, subtle flinty oak and a rounded, lees‑smoothed finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"open\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Migliarina","offers":[{"title":"2022","offer_id":51647452348719,"sku":"MI-CH-BV-22","price":74.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/products\/Migliarina-Bush-Vine-Chardonnay-2020.png?v=1688291325"},{"product_id":"perdeberg-old-vine-chenin-blanc-cap-classique","title":"PERDEBERG “The Vineyard Collection Chenin Blanc” Cap Classique, Paarl","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAge of vines: 48 (old vine registered: 1977)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method \u0026amp; Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhole bunches were pressed with no skin contact, and only the best free-run juice was selected. The wine was then settled overnight, and then the clean juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks. The juice was settled for twelve hours, and clear juice was transferred to the fermentation tank for the first alcoholic fermentation. After the fermentation, the wine was stored on the lees for six months without any sulphur addition. The wine was then stabilised and filtered before the addition of sugar and yeast for the second fermentation. The second alcoholic fermentation was done in the bottle under a crown cap. The wine was then aged for at least eighteen months on the lees in the bottle. The wine was disgorged and then corked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003eOn colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003ePerdeberg Old Vine Chenin Blanc Cap Classique shows a pale, green‑tinged gold hue with a fine, persistent mousse that forms a delicate collar and steady stream of small bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003eThe nose is pronounced and youthful, with aromas of green pear, Granny Smith apple, lime and grapefruit, supported by hints of honeydew melon and quince and a subtle biscuity, brioche note from time on lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003eDry and lively, this wine has high, crisp acidity and a creamy yet fine mousse, carrying flavours of crunchy green apple, pear and citrus over a fresh, chalky minerality, finishing with a lightly biscuity, lemony autolytic character and good length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)+br]:hidden\"\u003eA bright, mineral, citrus‑driven Cap Classique with fine mousse and a gently biscuity finish, combining freshness with old‑vine depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Perdeberg","offers":[{"title":"2022","offer_id":58095088042287,"sku":"PE-CC-TV-22","price":70.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/MessageInABottle-PerdebergOldVineCheninBlancCapClassique.jpg?v=1782030074"},{"product_id":"migliarina-chenin-blanc-2017","title":"MIGLIARINA Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a single 35–40-year-old bush-vine vineyard in Stellenbosch, yielding about 3 tonnes a hectare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested at 22.5–23° Balling and chilled overnight before whole-bunch pressing. After cold settling, the juice was naturally fermented in untoasted barrels and left on its fine lees for 9 months, with no malolactic fermentation and no filtration. Bottled on 20 November 2017; only 2,830 bottles were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight yellow with a tinge of green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLemon biscuit, vanilla pod spice, dusty yellow apple, aniseed and pineapple confit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerous fruit with natural acidity and a long, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rare, mature, barrel-fermented Stellenbosch Chenin from old bush vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Migliarina","offers":[{"title":"2017","offer_id":53993594552623,"sku":"MG-CB-CB-17","price":107.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/Migliarina-CheninBlanc.png?v=1784020844"},{"product_id":"lanzerac-1959-commemorative-pinotage","title":"LANZERAC “1959 Commemorative Pinotage” Pinotage, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LANZERAC","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":54500026220847,"sku":"LA-PT-19-21","price":192.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"rebel-rebel-old-vine-colombard","title":"REBEL REBEL Colombard, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Colombard, from vines planted in 1986\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dry-farmed vineyard in Bottelary, Stellenbosch, planted in 1986.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested on 16 February 2023 at 21.8° Balling. Crushed and destemmed, with 8 hours on the skins before pressing. Fermentation was started with a natural pied de cuve from the vineyard and ran spontaneously in barrel, with minimal intervention. Aged for 10 months in 300 L and 500 L French oak and bottled on 11 December 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrapefruit rind, Golden Delicious apple and lemongrass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrant and full of energy, and alive with texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA graceful old-vine Colombar. Serve at 10–13°C, and decant if drinking within three years of bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Rebel Rebel","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":58095141060911,"sku":"RR-CO-CO-23","price":59.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/MessageInABottle-RebelRebelOldVineColombard.jpg?v=1782031422"},{"product_id":"jordan-wines-timepiece-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"JORDAN WINES “Timepiece” Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Jordan's Timepiece collection of single-vineyard wines from estate vines over 35 years old, named in honour of founder Ted Jordan. This 37-year-old, Old Vine certified block of Cabernet Sauvignon (clone CS46) faces west at 100 m in the Stellenbosch Kloof, on Glenrosa and Hutton soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested on 22 March 2024 at about 23.8° Balling. Whole bunches were fermented in an open-top tank and punched down three times a day, then gently pressed with the stems on for full flavour and soft, balanced tannins. Matured for 18 months in 225 L French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich and intense, with brooding malted dark chocolate, salted black liquorice and blueberries, lifted by a hint of mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe transparency of fruit that comes with mature vines, with glossy tannins and a dry, extremely long and luscious finish that ends on a refreshing savouriness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA powerful, old-vine Stellenbosch Cabernet built for the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Jordan Wines","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":58095369912623,"sku":"JW-CS-JT-24","price":139.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/MessageInABottle-JordanWinesTimepieceCabernetSauvignon.jpg?v=1782037769"},{"product_id":"piekenierskloof-wines-grenache-noir","title":"PIEKENIERSKLOOF WINE CO “OV Carel Van Zyl Grenache” Grenache, Piekenierskloof","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Grenache (Ungrafted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Piekenierskloof plateau is situated 160 km north of Cape Town and 50 km from the Atlantic ocean as the crow flies. At 600 to 750 metres altitude these old, ungrafted bush vines, growing in sandy loam soils, are rejuvenated by cold air in the evenings during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method \u0026amp; Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrapes were handpicked early in the morning. 30% whole bunch grapes were added to the destemmed grapes in a wooden foudre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrapes were cold-soaked for a few days and fermentation temperature was then kept below 22°C. Punch-downs and pump-overs were given to enhance flavour and colour extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAfter fermentation, the wine was pressed of the skins into 500l older barrels for maturation space of 8 months before being bottled. After bottling wine was matured for six months in bottle before being released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-colour\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe wine shows a clear, bright ruby-red core with lively crimson highlights, typical of cool-climate, high-altitude Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-the-nose\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe nose is expressive and layered, with dominant notes of ripe red berries—strawberry, raspberry and cherry—complemented by earthy, savoury nuances. Elegant white and pink peppercorn spice sits alongside subtle hints of cloves, cardamom and a touch of aniseed, while a faint smoky whisper from minimal, older French oak adds complexity without overpowering the fruit.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-the-palate\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eOn the palate, this is a medium-bodied, dry red with refreshing acidity and fine, silky tannins that give structure without grip. Flavours mirror the nose: juicy red fruit and a hint of tart plum lead into savoury, “meaty” mid-palate notes, underscored by gentle spice and a whisper of smoke. The balance is lively and elegant, with a long, lingering finish focused on red berries and a soft, peppery edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-the-whole\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA refined, old-vine South African Grenache: bright red-fruited, subtly spicy and savoury, with silky tannins and a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piekenierskloof Wines","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":58159387476271,"sku":"PW-GR-OC-24","price":114.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/PiekenierskloofWinesOldVineGrenacheNoir_d0e2dcd5-1001-4a9e-b623-bf4a5d3e6ec6.png?v=1783743929"},{"product_id":"piekenierskloof-wines-cinsault","title":"PIEKENIERSKLOOF WINE CO “Old Vine Cinsault” Cinsault, Piekenierskloof","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Cinsault (Ungrafted bush vines)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method \u0026amp; Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrapes were handpicked early in the morning, 30% whole bunch grapes were added to destemmed grapes and cold soaked for 24 hours in open foudres. Fermentation was initiated with selected yeast strains and kept under 22°C. Malolactic fermentation completed in tank. The wine was matured for 8 months in older 500L French oak barrels before being bottled and matured in bottle before being released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv lang=\"en\" class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" id=\"markdown-content-2\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\" class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-colour\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe Heidedal Old Vine Cinsault shows a surprisingly deep, vibrant red for the variety, with good intensity and concentration.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-old-vine-cinsault\/w\/8675362\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-the-nose\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe nose is aromatic and welcoming, with sweet red-fruit notes of cherry and raspberry at the core. These are layered with savoury hints of black olive, a touch of dark spice and a faint floral lift, adding complexity without heaviness.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-old-vine-cinsault\/w\/8675362\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"on-the-palate\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is elegant yet full-flavoured, with a velvety texture and fine, slightly dusty tannins. Bright red fruit carries through alongside the olive and spice notes, supported by fresh acidity that leads to a long, lingering finish with a subtle fynbos nuance.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/wineandculture.net\/2024\/01\/31\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-cinsault-2022\/\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-the-whole\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAn elegant, old-vine Cinsault: fragrant with red berries, cherry and savoury olive, shaped by fine tannins and fresh acidity into a long, refined finish.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-old-vine-cinsault\/w\/8675362\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"open\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piekenierskloof Wines","offers":[{"title":"2025","offer_id":58159389081903,"sku":"PW-CI-OV-25","price":108.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/PiekenierskloofCinsault.jpg?v=1783742749"},{"product_id":"piekenierskloof-wines-pinotage","title":"PIEKENIERSKLOOF WINE CO “Old Vine Pinotage” Pinotage, Piekenierskloof","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Pinotage (ungrafted!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Piekenierskloof plateau is situated 160 km north of Cape Town and 50 km from the Atlantic ocean as the crow flies. At 600 to 750 metres altitude these old, ungrafted bush vines, growing in sandy loam soils, are rejuvenated by cold air in the evenings during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe distinct ravine which embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevations and aspects allows us to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe cooler south–facing aspect, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method \u0026amp; Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrapes were crushed into a wooden foudre. It was then cold soaked for a few days before alcoholic fermentation started. During fermentation the grapes were punched down 3 times per day and one pumpover for oxygen were given. Malolactic fermentation took place during alcoholic fermentation. After fermentation the wine is racked to 300 litre french oak barrels, 25% new and 75% older oak for maturation of 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-colour\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe Johan van Zyl Old Vine Pinotage 2024 shows an intense, vibrant dark red hue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-nose\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe nose is rich and layered, with ripe dark berries and cassis at the core, lifted by red-fruit notes. These are framed by savoury touches of dark chocolate, tobacco and a hint of baked spice, reflecting the variety’s depth and the old-vine concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-palate\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is full-bodied and textured, with a definite richness and velvety mouthfeel. Firm but fine tannins give structure, while bright acidity keeps the dark fruit, chocolate and subtle earthy notes fresh through a long, satisfying finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-whole\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA serious, old-vine Pinotage: deep, structured and savoury, with dark fruit, chocolate and tobacco complexity carried on a rich, velvety palate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piekenierskloof Wines","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":58159390982447,"sku":"PW-PT-OV-24","price":110.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/PiekenierskloofPinotage.jpg?v=1783741857"},{"product_id":"neil-ellis-grenache","title":"NEIL ELLIS Grenache, Piekenierskloof","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Grenache\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom South Africa's oldest Grenache vineyard, planted in 1966: dry-farmed, ungrafted bush vines on Table Mountain sandstone in the Piekenierskloof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented in stainless steel with punch-downs; malolactic fermentation completed in barrel. Aged for about 14 months in 500 L French oak puncheons (25% new).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, light red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed cherries, currants and strawberries with perfumed, violet-like aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh red berries and sour cherries, fine tannins and a touch of creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn elegant, well-balanced Grenache from the country's oldest vines of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Neil Ellis","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":58256700539183,"sku":"NE-GR-GP-21","price":85.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/NEILELLISGrenache.jpg?v=1794091942"}],"url":"https:\/\/messageinabottle.sg\/collections\/old-vine-wine.oembed?page=2","provider":"Message In A Bottle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}