Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2023 / 750ml | ≈ $35.29Original ZAR 580.00≈ €31.40 · £26.53 | fairviewmarketplace.co.za ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2021 / 750ml | ≈ $45.33Original ZAR 745.00≈ €40.34 · £34.08 | fairviewmarketplace.co.za ↗ |
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2011 / 750ml | ≈ $88.23Original ZAR 1,450.00≈ €78.51 · £66.32 | fairviewmarketplace.co.za ↗ |
2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinotage
Region Paarl
Soil Deep duplex soils with a laterite sub-layer that retains moisture through the dry season.
Harvest Dates Early February 2023
Vine Age Single dryland bush-vine block planted in 1998.
Fermentation Vessels Open-top French oak foudres
Pressing Method Pressed After Fermentation In Open-Top Foudres; No Specific Press Type Stated.
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Hand-picked, destemmed and strictly hand-sorted; gently punched down three times daily during fermentation. Vineyard crop was restricted to one or two bunches per vine.
Tasting Notes Deep ruby; red plum, dark mulberry, soft vanilla oak, cocoa and sweet spice; rich berry fruit, firm polished tannins, and a long, dry, savoury finish.
Food Pairing Roast lamb, beef fillet, venison, earthy spices, tomato-based sauces, aged Fairview cheeses, or slow-cooked oxtail.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Suid-Agter Paarl Road, Suider-Paarl 7646, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 863 2450
Email
Owner
Charles Back
Cellarmaster
Anthony de Jager