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Paul Cluver Estate Pinot Noir 2020

Paul Cluver Estate Pinot Noir 2020

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A product of the excellent 2020 vintage, this wine has a lovely luminosity, the colour bright crimson. The nose has delicate earthy aromas combined with red and dark berry flavours. On the palate these characteristics follow through combining with interesting savoury notes and just a touch of oak and a long lingering finish.

Vintage conditions

The growing season of the vines, prior and during to the 2020 harvest, consisted of moderate day temperatures and cool night temperatures which was ideal for the development of quality grapes. The area was fortunate to receive more than average rain in October 2019 and January 2020 which benefited the vineyards greatly. Harvesting of the Pinot noir started on  4th of February and finishing 28th of February Picking of the grapes took place in the early hours of the morning and stored in cold storage overnight to ensure optimal quality.

Awards

IWC: Silver
Tim Atkin MW: 93 pts
Platter: 4*
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About the wine

Producer:

Paul Cluver Wines

Winemaker:

Andries Burger

Grapes:

100% Pinot Noir

Closure:

Screw Cap

Country:

South Africa

Units:

750ml

Type:

Still red wine

Region:

Elgin

Style:

Vegetarian: Yes; Vegan: Yes

Vintage:

2020

Colour:

Red

Alcohol:

13.04%

Body:

750ml

Oak:

Yes, French

Blend:

100% Pinotage

Tasting Notes:

This 2020 vintage has a slightly fuller mouthfeel than the previous few vintages, a slightly bolder wine. On the palate the dark and red berry flavours follow through combining with interesting savoury notes and just a touch of oak and a long lingering finish. The natural acidity makes it a perfect partner with a diversity of dishes – game fish, game birds and venison work very well, as does grilled beef and strong, hard cheese.

Bouquet:

The nose has delicate earthy aromas combined with red and dark berry flavours.

Maturation:

Time in Oak: 12 Months; Malolactic Fermentation: Yes

Ageing Potential:

5 -8 Years