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George, South Africa
Elegant and complex. A true expression of the best characteristics of 5 classic French varietals. Layered aromas of cherry and cassis, with notes of tobacco and cedar wood. Palate shows rich juicy red and black fruit with fine, integrated tannins. Grapes were hand-picked with stringent berry selection before fermentation and barrel maturation. The varietals were fermented and aged for 12 months separately, thereafter blended and put back into the barrels for a further 3 months. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley
Created from 5 selected barrels. Powerful, concentrated and rich wine with flavours of black currant, dark chocolate and hints of cedar and cigar. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley
This elegant and delicious bubbly combines expressive aromas of fruit and brioche on the nose. On the palate the bubbles are fine and the mousse lingering and you can expect fragrances of zesty lemon and green apple flavours. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley Alcohol: 11.74% by volume | Residual Sugar:10.4 g/l | Total Acid: 9.3 g/l | pH: 3.27
Matured in French oak barrels. An expressive bouquet of dark berries, blackcurrant and plum aromas. The fruit is concentrated and expressive with oak nuances and silky, juicy tannins leading to a well structured long finish. Food Pairing: Grilled steaks or roasted lamb. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley Alcohol: 12.52 % by volume | Residual Sugar: 1.6 g/l | Total Acid: 5.6 g/l | pH: 3.7
Matured in French oak barrels for 12 months. The palate is silky and smooth with rich ripe plum and mulberry flavours supported by subtle oak nuances and soft ripe tannins. Food Pairing: Grilled beef, pork loin or a variety of cheeses. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley Alcohol: 13.91 % by volume | Residual Sugar: 2.3 g/l | Total Acid: 5.6 g/l | pH: 3.46
A fine balance of fresh citrus, vanilla and white peach flavours, this Chardonnay offers hints of butterscotch and citrus on the nose. Serve chilled. Food Pairing: An ideal accompaniment to fish, pork, veal and roast vegetables. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley Alcohol: 13.41% by volume | Residual Sugar: 3.8 g/l | Total Acid: 5.1 g/l | pH: 3.55
Louisvale’s signature wine. This ultra-premium Chardonnay has been matured in the finest French Oak available. The nose is intensely complex with elegant aromas of lemon blossom, pineapple and apricot, toast and spice notes. The palate is smooth and buttery with a lingering aftertaste. The grapes for this quality wine were carefully selected from blocks spread across Louisvale. After hand picking and carefully pressing, the wine was 100% barrel fermented and spent 8 to 10 months in oak. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley Alcohol: 13.99% by volume | Residual Sugar: 5.0 g/l | Total Acid: 7.0 g/l | pH: 3.42
This vibrant pink Rosé delivers aromas of freshly crushed strawberries and cherries on the nose. On the palate the bubbles are fine and the foam persistent with flavours that are reminiscent of fresh, crisp red berries. Additional Information Winemaker: Simon Smith | Area: Stellenbosch / Devon Valley Alcohol: 11.73% by volume | Residual Sugar: 9.2 g/l | Total Acid: 9.2 g/l | pH: 3.19