Nederburg is definitely one of those brands that has become somewhat of a household name. They have been around for many moons & many generations have indulged in a bottle or 2 from this Paarl based wine estate. So naturally I was rather excited about my #WineRoutingWithLloyd visit.
From when you arrive, you already feel the history around you. The beautiful Cape Dutch manor house was completed back in 1800 & today is treasured as a national monument. It truly is something to see in person. Out in front of the manor house are beautifully manicured gardens & a sprawling lawn that always played host to the harvest festival or where you can have a picnic.
A glass of bubbly to kick the morning off - the Nederburg 2013 Cap Classique is lively & fresh with some zesty citrus notes. (Definitely something that you could sit & enjoy for the whole afternoon.) Pair it with The Manor House Cheese & Cold Meat board, & you're all set.
One thing that I think many people don't realise about Nederburg, is that they make more wines than what you actually know of. Yes, the well known bottles you'll find in the stores. But, they have some great wines available that you may not even have tasted before - so I'd highly recommend a visit.
I was treated to a tasting of some of the red wines on offer -
- 2019 Baronne -
Probably the most well-known in the range - the Baronne is a Cabernet Sauvignon dominated blend, that is a great companion to any braai or Sunday roast. One the nose there's luscious blue & black berries, that follow to the palate accompanied by some spice - pepper & cinnamon for me. A rich & velvety full-bodied wine.
- 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon -
This bottle is dark berries & spice on the nose all the way, which develop & soften with time. Whilst on the palate - cigar box & leather followed by some of the berry aromas. Another full-bodied wine that oozes elegance & longevity. A pleasant dryness that lingers just long enough in the finish.
- 2018 The Manor House Shiraz
A beautiful deep ruby colour in the glass with aromas of deep ripe berries & cinnamon & clove. All elegantly evolve onto the palate & the dark fruits intensify alongside structured tannins that finish off with a velvety mouthfeel. Another great wine to pair with those beef steaks or even a spicy seared tuna steak.
- 2017 Private Bin Two Centuries Cabernet Sauvignon
Limited quantities of these are available, we indulged in Bottle 2233 of 3300. Aged for 31 months in 100% new French Oak, the wine has evolved & shows ripe red fruits on the nose, with a slight hint of freshness in oyster shells. A savoury wine at it's best where the fruits evolve further on the palate with aromatic oak spices. Smooth finish with velvety tannins.
Delving into all this wine should be accompanied by some good food too. I kept it simply - Rib-Eye Steak & Chips. A wonderful choice for all the above wines if you ask me. The menu is simple yet refined with choices for everyone.
Nederburg sure is a surprise visit & there is more than you'd expect! When in Paarl, this is definitely one #WineRoutingWithLloyd stop that you should pop in at.
A glass of bubbly to kick the morning off - the Nederburg 2013 Cap Classique is lively & fresh with some zesty citrus notes. (Definitely something that you could sit & enjoy for the whole afternoon.) Pair it with The Manor House Cheese & Cold Meat board, & you're all set.
One thing that I think many people don't realise about Nederburg, is that they make more wines than what you actually know of. Yes, the well known bottles you'll find in the stores. But, they have some great wines available that you may not even have tasted before - so I'd highly recommend a visit.
I was treated to a tasting of some of the red wines on offer -
- 2019 Baronne -
Probably the most well-known in the range - the Baronne is a Cabernet Sauvignon dominated blend, that is a great companion to any braai or Sunday roast. One the nose there's luscious blue & black berries, that follow to the palate accompanied by some spice - pepper & cinnamon for me. A rich & velvety full-bodied wine.
- 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon -
This bottle is dark berries & spice on the nose all the way, which develop & soften with time. Whilst on the palate - cigar box & leather followed by some of the berry aromas. Another full-bodied wine that oozes elegance & longevity. A pleasant dryness that lingers just long enough in the finish.
- 2018 The Manor House Shiraz
A beautiful deep ruby colour in the glass with aromas of deep ripe berries & cinnamon & clove. All elegantly evolve onto the palate & the dark fruits intensify alongside structured tannins that finish off with a velvety mouthfeel. Another great wine to pair with those beef steaks or even a spicy seared tuna steak.
- 2017 Private Bin Two Centuries Cabernet Sauvignon
Limited quantities of these are available, we indulged in Bottle 2233 of 3300. Aged for 31 months in 100% new French Oak, the wine has evolved & shows ripe red fruits on the nose, with a slight hint of freshness in oyster shells. A savoury wine at it's best where the fruits evolve further on the palate with aromatic oak spices. Smooth finish with velvety tannins.
Delving into all this wine should be accompanied by some good food too. I kept it simply - Rib-Eye Steak & Chips. A wonderful choice for all the above wines if you ask me. The menu is simple yet refined with choices for everyone.
Nederburg sure is a surprise visit & there is more than you'd expect! When in Paarl, this is definitely one #WineRoutingWithLloyd stop that you should pop in at.
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