Winery PiekenierskloofStraw
Sweet wine
This wine generally goes well with
The Straw of the Winery Piekenierskloof is in the top 10 of wines of Citrusdal Valley.
Details and technical informations about Winery Piekenierskloof's Straw.
Discover the grape variety: Norton
Structured, colourful reds with a deep purple hue, firm tannins and a dense palate with fresh acidity; signature aromas of dark fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), plum, spices, chocolate and American earthy notes. Good rustic ageing potential. The grape of Missouri, defining regional identity, widely grown across the USA (Virginia, Arkansas). American black hybrid derived from Vitis aestivalis, discovered around 1820 by Dr Daniel Norton in Virginia.
Informations about the Winery Piekenierskloof
The Winery Piekenierskloof is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 23 wines for sale in the of Citrusdal Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Citrusdal Valley
WO district of Olifants River, 170 km north of Cape Town (valley between Cederberg and Olifants River Mountains, clay soils retaining moisture, hot days and significantly cool nights due to altitude): Chenin Blanc as signature white king adapted to multiple microclimates — complex profile and varietal expression through moist clay soils. Colombard as complement, cool-climate mineral Sauvignon Blanc, local table wines and brandies.
The wine region of Western Cape
Cradle of South African wine. Signature Chenin Blanc (Steen, 20%) in ample, fresh whites with notes of quince, yellow apple, honey and acacia flower, from crisp dry to sweet. Sharp, iodised Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay, Constantia), balanced Chardonnay. Reds: emblematic Pinotage with roasted aromas (coffee, plum, smoke), firm Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Syrah.
The word of the wine: INAO glass
Glass adapted to wine tasting, created in the 1970s by the Institut national des appellations d'origine. At the time, it had the advantage of offering a standardised tool to all tasters. It is characterized by a wide base that allows for good ventilation and a narrow mouth (opening of the glass) to concentrate the aromas. Many high-performance glasses have been created based on this model.
