Saurwein Nom Pinot Noir 2023 750ml

Experience the ethereal beauty of the Saurwein Nom Pinot Noir 2023 750ml, a vintage-specific masterpiece from winemaker Jessica Saurwein. This wine originates from the high-altitude Kaaimansgat Vineyard in the Elandskloof Valley near Villiersdorp. At 700 meters above sea level, the vineyard’s unique shale and granite soils provide the perfect foundation for this elegant cultivar. The 2023 season provided exceptional ripening conditions, resulting in a wine that balances graceful poise with remarkable intensity.

• 95/100 – Tim Atkin MW, South Africa Special Report
• 94/100 – Platter’s South African Wine Guide
• 93/100 – Neal Martin, Vinous
• 93/100 – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za

The wine opens with a captivating bouquet of mixed red berries, rose hip, and lifted cocoa. You will also notice a signature hint of dried orange rind that is unique to this specific cool-climate site. On the palate, the Saurwein Nom Pinot Noir 2023 750ml reveals layers of red and black cherry alongside savory umami and roasted chestnuts. Its silky, medium-grained tannins provide a sophisticated structure without adding heaviness. A refreshing acidity brings delightful tension and a sense of weightlessness to the long, harmonious finish.

This vintage showcases minimal-intervention winemaking to allow the Kaaimansgat terroir to speak clearly through the fruit. The grapes undergo a meticulous hand-sorting process before fermentation in open-top tanks. This small-batch approach ensures that only the highest quality juice reaches the final blend. This Pinot Noir pairs exquisitely with duck breast, mushroom risotto, or even a spicy Tom Yum soup to contrast its red fruit. Secure your bottles of this highly-rated release to witness how it gathers further complexity with patient aging.