{"product_id":"de-grendel-op-die-berg-pinot-noir-2022","title":"De Grendel Op Die Berg Pinot Noir 2022","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDe Grendel Op Die Berg Pinot Noir 2022\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDiscover the \u003cb\u003eDe Grendel Op Die Berg Pinot Noir 2022\u003c\/b\u003e, an elegant cool-climate Pinot Noir from the high-altitude vineyards of the Witzenberg Mountain range in Ceres, South Africa. Grown at 1,000 metres above sea level in one of the country’s only truly continental climates, this wine delivers remarkable freshness, concentration, and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCrafted with precision and restrained oak influence, this Pinot Noir captures the purity and sophistication of exceptional cool-climate winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePerfect for lovers of refined, terroir-driven Pinot Noir with elegance and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSophisticated dining occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePinot Noir enthusiasts seeking cool-climate expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCollectors of premium South African wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA beautifully poised wine offering finesse, depth, and graceful structure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright ruby red with brilliant clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAromas:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComplex aromas of wild berries, sour cherries, violets, and delicate spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlush and supple fruit flavours balanced by freshness and subtle savoury undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium-bodied with ultra-fine velvety tannins and elegant structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, lingering, and refined with exceptional cool-climate purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eGrilled trout with bacon and green beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLobster and pea ravioli with cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWild mushrooms with polenta and goat cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHerb-infused poultry dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSoft and mature cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eServe slightly chilled at \u003cb\u003e14–16°C\u003c\/b\u003e in a Burgundy-style wine glass to fully express the wine’s aromatics and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 14–16°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal Drinking Window:\u003c\/b\u003e Enjoy now or cellar for several years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGlass Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Burgundy-style wine glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e 13.89%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.0 g\/l\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.0 g\/l\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.49\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Ceres, South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/b\u003e Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e 1,000 m above sea level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Well-drained soft yellow shale soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClimate:\u003c\/b\u003e Continental climate with freezing winters and cool ripening conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVinification:\u003c\/b\u003e 30% destalked fruit with 70% whole-bunch fermentation and 4 days cold maceration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/b\u003e Gentle partial punch-downs using the aerated pump-over method for extended flavour and colour development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/b\u003e Malolactic fermentation in new French oak followed by 13 months maturation in older barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Store horizontally in a cool, dark place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/de-grendel-op-die-berg-pinot-noir\/w\/1873980?srsltid=AfmBOoqS8mDaiURRoP2vNMZ2GQa98KJB7kpeJ29SS5HlaD3LtVv0DDZq\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"De Grendel Reviews\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVivino Rating\/Reviews: 3.8\/5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/de-grendel-op-die-berg-pinot-noir\/w\/1873980?srsltid=AfmBOoqS8mDaiURRoP2vNMZ2GQa98KJB7kpeJ29SS5HlaD3LtVv0DDZq\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"De Grendel Reviews\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\"Light\u0026amp; pleasant African pinot 🌍 strawberry earthy cherry oak raspberry red fruit vanilla mushroom cranberry red cherry plum pepper smoke blackberry dark chocolate tobacco leather\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage benefited from cool mountain conditions, compact bunches, and small berries, resulting in exceptional concentration, vibrant acidity, and excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCelebrated for its plush fruit profile, velvety tannins, and elegant cool-climate structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it oaked?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation in new French oak before maturing in older barrels for 13 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it dry or sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a dry Pinot Noir with elegant fruit expression and balanced acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan it age?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its acidity, structure, and concentration support excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes it unique?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts extreme high-altitude continental terroir and significant whole-bunch fermentation create remarkable freshness, elegance, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat foods does it pair with?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrout, lobster ravioli, mushroom dishes, poultry, and goat cheese pair exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. Its premium cool-climate origin and refined style make it an exceptional gift for Pinot Noir lovers and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"De Grendel","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":53893115707719,"sku":"DEGR-ODBPN22Bottle","price":28.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (x6 Bottles)","offer_id":53893115740487,"sku":"DEGR-ODBPN22Case","price":171.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/9272\/4295\/files\/ProductPhotosDeGrendel_24.jpg?v=1778257686","url":"https:\/\/potum.shop\/products\/de-grendel-op-die-berg-pinot-noir-2022","provider":"POTUM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}