Onyx Pinotage 2001

Veritas 2003 - Silver
86 points - Wine Spectator in 2003

Veritas 2003 - Silver
86 points - Wine Spectator in 2003
A very attractive nose with aromas of vanilla and small red berries. A full-bodied and well-balanced palate. Delicate berry fruit holds up a structured palate with finesse and elegance.

Ageing capacity: 6–10 years.

Pinotage

The semi-precious stone of Onyx represents the dark granite bedrock so prevalent in the premium vineyard of Groenekloof. This vineyard, is without doubt, our most treasured pride and joy! It is only the very best of these selected parcels which produce wines of great depth and complexity that are bottled under Onyx.

Terroir: Deep soils possessing decomposed granite. Darling hills.
Vineyards: Bush vine/dry land
Climate: The climate is positively influenced by the Atlantic Ocean with sunny days and cool nights.

Matured in 300 liter oak barrels, of which 80% is French oak and 20% American oak, for 12 months.
Packaging: 6 x 750 ml