Name: Francois van Niekerk Pinotage 2021
SKU: 4405721
Price: 53.00 CHF
Availability: InStock
Author: Savinis

Food pairing

Barbecues, Beef, Lamb, Meat, Venison

Recommended drinking temperature

16 – 18 °C

Awards

5 stars John Platter’s
94P. Tim Atkin MW
Top Ten Pinotage SA

Dense purple red with intense aromas of black cherries, ripe plums, blackberries and exotic oak spices. The juicy and sweet fruity palate entry, combined with crisp tannins, gives one a sense of exuberance, yet the wine is sublime, elegant and balanced. The complex layers of fruit are in perfect harmony with the oak, all held together by a lively acidic seam. The finish is pleasantly dry, spicy and incredibly long.

Recommended Drinking Window	2024 – 2042
Bottle Size (cl)	75
Decanting	Yes
Vintage	2021
Region	Paarl
Closure	Natural cork
Maturation	Aged for 24 months in French barriques, 70% new
Packaging	box of 6
Grape variety	Pinotage
Producer	Francois van Niekerk
Alcohol Content	14.0 % vol. Alc.

Paarl

The traditional Paarl wine region is located around 60 kilometers north-east of Cape Town and is one of the oldest and most important wine-growing regions in South Africa. Surrounded by majestic granite mountains, after which the region is named (“Paarl” means “pearl”), the vineyards benefit from a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and cool nights as well as well-drained granite and slate soils.

Paarl stands for diversity: both red and white wines thrive here. The region is particularly well known for powerful red wines from Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinotage as well as elegant white wines from Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay. Many of the wines from Paarl are characterized by depth, structure and ageing potential.

In addition to large historic wine estates, smaller, innovative businesses have also established themselves in recent years, focusing on sustainable cultivation and terroir-driven wines. Paarl was also the seat of the former “Wine and Spirit Board” and played a central role in the development of the South African wine industry.

At Savinis, you will find renowned producers from Paarl such as Fairview, Spice Route and Glen Carlou – wineries that masterfully combine tradition and innovation. Particularly noteworthy are their powerful red wines with an international format as well as characterful white wines that authentically reflect Paarl’s terroir.

Wines from Paarl at Savinis

Our online store offers you a selection of top wines from Paarl, carefully curated for connoisseurs and explorers. Whether powerful, elegant or experimental – here you will find wines with history and character.

Are you looking for a specific wine from Paarl or would you like to find out more about the winery behind it? Contact us – we will be happy to advise you and help you!

Francois van Niekerk is an acclaimed South African winemaker whose career is defined by a unique transition from forestry to viticulture, a journey sparked by international harvests in California and at the prestigious Château Angélus in Bordeaux. Mentored by the “Pinotage King” Beyers Truter, Francois spent a decade as head winemaker at Windmeul Cellar before becoming the Cellar Master at Wellington Wines in 2014. A highly decorated professional, he holds an MBA from Stellenbosch Business School and has earned numerous accolades, including six ABSA Top 10 Pinotage Trophies and the 2018 General Smuts Trophy. In 2019, he launched his own label, Francois van Niekerk Wines, where he applies a philosophy rooted in creativity, science, and passion to craft exceptional wines that honor the natural relationship between soil, sun, and vine.

Francois van Niekerk at Savinis

At Savinis you will find an exclusive selection of the finest spirits from Francois van Niekerk – produced with great dedication, carefully selected and perfect for special moments of pleasure. Whether as a gift or for your own collection, these distillates tell the story of a master distiller who lives his craft with heart and soul.

Do you have questions about a specific product or would you like recommendations for suitable combinations? Contact us – we will be happy to advise you with our expertise!