The volcanic soils soar through this Aglianico, with potent tight minerality, precise acidity and fine, stony texture from top to tail of this generous, classic Campanian red. Dusky anise, leather, tar and scrubby herbs lend grip and interest to the ample, ripe and slightly tuggy tannins, while wild herbs, ripe black cherry, wild plum and blackberry season the generous palate. The finish is long, with 5 spice, nutmeg and minerality lingering. 20ish-year-old vines are grown on deep ash and pumice soils, and after 3 weeks fermentation in stainless, this goes into French barrique for 18 months, followed by 9 months more in bottle to settle and smooth.
Organic. Pale pink and slightly fizzy. Smells like strawberry liquorice with melon and a bit of banana. On the palate, it features more strawberry as well as cantaloupe and watermelon, and a bright acidity. Light and refreshing, to be drunk immediately.
Often a “what’s left over” blend, this more sophisticated version of Edelzwicker contains Pinot Blanc, Muscat, Riesling and Pinot Gris. Pale silvery-yellow, it has an appealing grapey nose of peaches and pineapple. Medium-bodied, it tastes of pears and citrus, especially lemon. Have it with smoked trout for the Riesling, goose fat–fried potatoes for the Pinot Gris, and sweet corn-on-the-cob for the Pinot Blanc.
Amazing layers, complexity and texture with raspberries and earth, leather, dried flowers; full-bodied, with an amazing concentration and a finish that goes on and on and on. Remarkable balance and depth. Drinking in its prime. Perfect with grilled wild boar chops.
Reminiscent of a Mosel Auslese, the 55g of residual sugar is impeccably balanced by laser-focused acidity, spurting juiciness and an ethereal mouthfeel. Floral-spicy aromas lead to a fruit fest of ripe peach, applesauce and caramelized pear. Clean, refreshing, captivating finish. Can’t stop sipping!
Winemaker Bertus Albertyn’s inaugural Pinot release brings red fruit and earthy hints on the nose before a layered medium-bodied palate of black cherry, damson and peppery notes, wrapped in structured but approachable tannins with definite mineral hints. Should develop very well over the next 5 years.
Forward aromas of red berry-fruits with a herbal touch before a fresh and lively palate of mulberry and spice with good mouthfeel, easy tannins and a lingering, supple finish.