Taste & Aging
Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidity
Drinking Window
Aging phase
Until 2026
Ready to drink
2026 - 2035
Past peak
After 2035
Aromas
Food Pairing
Vintage Report
Volgens de Robert Parker Vintage Chart kreeg het oogstjaar 2020 in Zuid-Afrika een uitstekende beoordeling van 92 punten. De wijnen uit dit jaar worden getypeerd als nog wat tanninerijk en jeugdig, wat duidt op een goed bewaarpotentieel.
Are you a fan of Pinotage wines? Then look no further. L'Avenir Single Block Pinotage is arguably the finest Pinotage wine South Africa has to offer. And that's no surprise. L'Avenir's Pinotage wines have won numerous awards. The L'Avenir Single Block Pinotage is a true masterpiece from the winemaker of this phenomenal Stellenbosch winery. We can assure you: this South African wine is perfect from the first sip to the last drop.
The vineyards of L'Avenir
L'Avenir has traditionally specialized in two grape varieties. Chenin Blanc, which produces astronomical wines in the South African wine regions, is also cultivated, along with Pinotage, the most famous indigenous grape variety this wine country has to offer. Pinotage is planted on a whopping 10 hectares, with vines dating back to 1985 still present! The most beautiful part of this vineyard, where the oldest, finest vines are located, has been designated "Block 2." Only 1.2 hectares are dedicated to the Pinotage grapes used for L'Avenir Single Block Pinotage.The sensation of L'Avenir
The process of creating L'Avenir Single Block Pinotage is complex and intricate. It all begins with the harvest, which is done manually. This allows for stricter selection; only the very best is good enough for this wine. After vinification in stainless steel, the wine is then aged for a whopping 18 (!) months in new French oak. The oak imparts a tremendous amount of flavor to this Pinotage. You smell it immediately: plums, ripe black cherries, tobacco, and minerals. The spicy character tingles your nose. The taste is a complete experience. L'Avenir Single Block Pinotage is a full-bodied wine with a broad bouquet. You taste so much: blackberries, cherries, currants, and vanilla. But also nuances of tobacco, chocolate, and spices. This wine guarantees a South African feast!Product details
| Alcohol content | 13.0% |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Sub-region | Stellenbosch |
| Land | South Africa |
| Producer | The Future |
| Varietal(s) | Pinotage |
| Oak aging | Yes, 18 maanden op nieuwe Franse eikenhouten vaten. |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 16° - 18°C |