{"product_id":"francois-van-niekerk-pinotage-2021","title":"Francois van Niekerk Pinotage 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003ePlatter’s Guide 2024 – 5 Stars\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003eDecanter World Wine Awards 2023 – 96 Points \u0026amp; Double Gold Medal\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003eABSA Top 10 Pinotage 2023 Winner\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003eTim Atkin – 94 Points (Best of South Africa 2023 Report)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eProduced in extremely limited quantities from only 20 barrels, this Pinotage is crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Handpicked grapes were fermented in open-top fermenters before undergoing extended maturation for 24 months in French oak barrels sourced from the renowned Troncais forest, adding depth, structure and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"941\"\u003eDeep purple in colour, the wine reveals layered aromas of black cherry, black plum, bramble berry and brooding blackcurrant, intertwined with earthy undertones and sweet oak spice. The palate is powerful yet polished, with concentrated dark fruit framed by ripe, mouth-coating tannins. Notes of roasted coffee bean and liquorice add richness and complexity, while balanced acidity brings freshness and lift to the lingering finish. Bold, sophisticated and beautifully structured, this is a Pinotage with both presence and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍽️ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKaroo lamb chops with rosemary | \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBlack pepper crab | \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMushroom and black bean stir-fry with sesame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍇 100% Pinotage\u003cbr\u003e🍷 14.5%\u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"994\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"the velvet bottle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43515418411067,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/3082\/8859\/files\/FrancoisvanNiekerkPinotage2021.png?v=1780376054","url":"https:\/\/thevelvetbottle.com\/products\/francois-van-niekerk-pinotage-2021","provider":"the velvet bottle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}