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Description of Domaine Clos De La Paix
Located in the picturesque Southern Cape of South Africa, Domaine Clos De La Paix stands out for its production of high quality Pinot Noir. The estate takes advantage of the unique environment of this region, where the cool climate and suitable soils are ideal for growing this delicate grape variety. Clos De La Paix is committed to preserving the integrity of the terroir and expressing the finesse and complexity of Pinot Noir, by combining respectful viticulture techniques with precise vinification.
Description of the Cuvée Clos De La Paix Pinot Noir
Cuvée Clos De La Paix Pinot Noir, sourced from the carefully selected vineyards of the Southern Cape, is a celebration of this elegant grape variety. This wine illustrates the estate's skill in producing a Pinot Noir that harmoniously combines aromatic depth with a delicate structure. With its attentive aging and meticulous vinification, the Pinot Noir of Clos De La Paix reveals a rich and nuanced expression, offering an exceptional taste experience that highlights the purity and expression of the fruit.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This cuvée offers a complex and captivating bouquet, characterized by notes of fresh red fruits such as cherry and raspberry, accompanied by floral touches and a slight spicy note. The subtle nuances provided by barrel aging add a dimension of complexity, enriching the olfactory experience without masking the intensity of the fruit.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Pinot Noir
- Profile: An elegant and refined wine, with well-balanced acidity and soft tannins which give the wine a delicate structure and a silky finish. The Pinot Noir from Clos De La Paix is distinguished by its finesse, its aromatic depth and its length on the palate.
- Aging Potential: Although this Pinot Noir is immediately appealing for its freshness and aromatic bouquet, it also has good aging potential, allowing the wine to develop additional complexity and achieve an even richer expression with time.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Clos De La Paix Pinot Noir is ideal for pairing with a variety of dishes, including white meats, mushroom dishes and mature cheeses. Its delicate character and complexity make it an excellent choice for refined meals and special occasions.
The little history of the country
South Africa
The first vines were planted in South Africa by Dutch settlers in the 1650s, although wine production did not really begin to take off until the arrival of French Protestants, in the 1680s, with their skills and their knowledge of viticulture. Stellenbosch is also a historic wine region, with the first vineyards being planted there in the 1690s. Today South Africa is one of the most important wine producing countries in the southern hemisphere. With over 300 years of winemaking history, it is often described as a bridge between the Old and New Worlds. The majority of wines are produced using New World winemaking techniques, but they often have more in common stylistically with their Old World counterparts. Since the end of apartheid, South African wine has received international attention and acclaim for its wide variety of styles. South Africa's wine industry is spread across the lush and rugged landscape of the Western Cape. Here, the abundance of mountains, valleys and plateaus allows winemakers to produce a wide variety of styles. Vineyards can also be found in the Orange River region of the Northern Cape, where the flat, arid landscape is dominated by the Kalahari Desert. Most of South Africa's wine regions have a Mediterranean climate, strongly influenced by the meeting of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. The country's signature grape variety is Pinotage, an indigenous cross of Pinot Noir and Cinsaut that is rarely found in quantity in other wine-producing countries. Shiraz (Syrah) is also widely planted, as are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot (often combined in a Bordeaux blend). South African Chardonnay, Chenin and Sauvignon Blanc have become popular internationally in recent years.