Subtle whiffs of mocha and dark chocolate open on the nose, followed by a kaleidoscope of red fruit, including sweet and sour cherries, plums, and pomegranates. These vibrant fruit aromas gradually give way to more savoury notes of damp forest floor, cured meat and herbaceous coastal scrub, reflecting the rugged landscape and windswept vineyards of the Agulhas coast. Whilst drinking beautifully now, this complex wine will evolve with time in the bottle, developing greater savouriness, finesse, and an increasingly ethereal character. For best enjoyment, chill the wine to 18 °C.
The savoury complexity of this Pinot Noir together with its natural acidity makes it a perfect food wine. Pair it with venison carpaccio with rocket and parmesan, grilled rack of lamb, or a creamy wild mushroom risotto. Inspired by the rugged Agulhas coastline where these vineyards lie, the wine is equally at home alongside simple fare such as flame-grilled line fish with charred vegetables. Soft, earthy cheeses such as brie or camembert will echo the wine’s savoury depth.