Elegant and expressive, the Estate Range Pinot Noir 2023 showcases ripe plum, cherry, and violet aromas layered with Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge’s signature savoury spice. Notes of clove, cracked pepper, and coriander add intrigue, while vibrant acidity and fine oak integration create balance and depth. The finish is refined and lingering, with hints of forest floor and gentle spice — a beautifully textured Pinot Noir that speaks of its cool-climate origin.
Each Pinot Noir clone was gently de-stemmed, with 20% left as whole bunches for added depth. After a three-day cold soak, natural fermentation lasted around 10 days with gentle pump-overs. The wine spent an extra few days on the skins before pressing, then matured for 11 months in second- and third-fill barrels. A further six months in stainless steel allowed perfect integration, resulting in a pure, balanced expression of the 2023 vintage.
Winemaker: Christo Kotze
Winemaker: Christo Kotze
South African La Vierge Private Cellar lies in the folds of the breathtaking Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, close to Hermanus. Like the brand itself, their wines reflect the Garden of Eden, representing a lush verdant paradise with all the purity, innocence and temptation of life’s beginnings. Known for its excellent Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs, La Vierge is known as a winery that balances sensuality with earthiness and minerality, producing wines the likes of which you won't taste anywhere else. Shop La Vierge wines online to experience their bright, unique flavors, and maybe find your next favorite.
