{"product_id":"piekenierskloof-wines-grenache-noir","title":"Piekenierskloof Wines - Old Vine \"Carel van Zyl\" Grenache Noir","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.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.decanter.com\/wine-reviews\/south-africa\/olifants-river\/piekenierskloof-wine-co-carel-van-zyl-old-vine-grenache-62129\" 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\u003cspan class=\"relative -mt-px max-w-full min-w-0 whitespace-nowrap -top-px font-sans text-base text-foreground select-none selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-3xs rounded-badge group min-w-4 max-w-full cursor-pointer align-middle font-mono tabular-nums font-normal transition-colors duration-150 inline-flex items-center gap-0 py-[0.1875rem] leading-snug px-[0.3rem] [@media(hover:hover)]:hover:bg-subtle group-data-[state=open]\/trigger:bg-subtle border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-quiet\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex shrink-0 items-center gap-xs !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] mr-xs\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex shrink-0 items-center\" data-testid=\"trusted-citation-check\" aria-label=\"Trusted domain\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" height=\"12\" width=\"12\" class=\"inline-flex fill-current shrink-0 text-quiet\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003cuse\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block relative !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] max-w-[25ch] overflow-hidden\"\u003edecanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block ml-xs mr-px !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset]\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"opacity-50\"\u003e+1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\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 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\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.alliancewine.com\/piekenierskloof\/old-vine-carel-van-zyl-grenache-noir-2023-4841\" 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\u003cspan class=\"relative -mt-px max-w-full min-w-0 whitespace-nowrap -top-px font-sans text-base text-foreground select-none selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-3xs rounded-badge group min-w-4 max-w-full cursor-pointer align-middle font-mono tabular-nums font-normal transition-colors duration-150 inline-flex items-center gap-0 py-[0.1875rem] leading-snug px-[0.3rem] [@media(hover:hover)]:hover:bg-subtle group-data-[state=open]\/trigger:bg-subtle border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-quiet\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block relative !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] max-w-[25ch] overflow-hidden\"\u003ealliancewine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block ml-xs mr-px !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset]\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"opacity-50\"\u003e+3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\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.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.decanter.com\/wine-reviews\/south-africa\/olifants-river\/piekenierskloof-wine-co-carel-van-zyl-old-vine-grenache-62129\" 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\u003cspan class=\"relative -mt-px max-w-full min-w-0 whitespace-nowrap -top-px font-sans text-base text-foreground select-none selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-3xs rounded-badge group min-w-4 max-w-full cursor-pointer align-middle font-mono tabular-nums font-normal transition-colors duration-150 inline-flex items-center gap-0 py-[0.1875rem] leading-snug px-[0.3rem] [@media(hover:hover)]:hover:bg-subtle group-data-[state=open]\/trigger:bg-subtle border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-quiet\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex shrink-0 items-center gap-xs !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] mr-xs\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex shrink-0 items-center\" data-testid=\"trusted-citation-check\" aria-label=\"Trusted domain\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003csvg aria-hidden=\"true\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" height=\"12\" width=\"12\" class=\"inline-flex fill-current shrink-0 text-quiet\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003cuse\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block relative !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] max-w-[25ch] overflow-hidden\"\u003edecanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block ml-xs mr-px !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset]\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"opacity-50\"\u003e+4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\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\"\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":121.0,"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","url":"https:\/\/messageinabottle.sg\/products\/piekenierskloof-wines-grenache-noir","provider":"Message In A Bottle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}