Winery - Fairvalley
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The Fairvalley Workers Association was founded in 1997 by workers from the Fairview Wine & Cheese Estate with funds from Fairview’s owner Charles Back and the South African government. This young Pinotage (the first was in 2001) is a standout. Plush and inviting, modern and sexy, it has deep aromas of berry, plum and barnyard nuanced with lemon and spice. There are pure fruit flavors of plum and berry, and hints of leather and spice to add character. This wine shows what Pinotage can be.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Medium-bodied with dry tannins yet a smooth, approachable feel, this wine has sweet black current and plum flavors wrapped in a light layer of leather that picks up intensity towards the finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Ripe plum and blackberry aromas touched with baking spice and raspberry start this full-bodied Pinotage. Rich and full on the palate with slightly sweet fruit and oaky spice.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Fresh, fruity and clean with grassy and citrus notes, this wine offers spunky but sophisticated character at an affordable price. Pair with a juicy piece of grilled tuna or a seafood salad.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Like the country in which it’s made, the Fairvalley Cabernet is a combination of refined and rustic, spicy and subdued. There’s an earthy, indigenous element here, with its wave of plucky smoke and spice and beefy tannins, but the wine also has poise and a clean mineral touch. A distinctive wine at a very nice price.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This crisp style of Chenin features tropical fruit, pineapple and pear flavors and an overall balanced, rounded character. At this price and with its food-friendly balance of acid and weight, the wine is a great everyday choice and will pair well with chicken salad or hard cheeses like an English Derby.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a light and easy-going white to pair well with most simple fish entrées. Hints of green pepper, granny smith, green plum and lime add to this light, lean and brisk wine with a sharp but clean finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A crisp, lemony Chenin with some aging appeal. The nose starts out spicy and citric, and the flavors of lemon, spice and pineapple are light and clean. A simple but fun Chenin that will pair well with seafood and spicy dishes.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The Fairvalley Chardonnay begins with aromas of lemon, pear and spice, and on the palate, offers citrusy, spicy flavors that are both refreshing and appealing. Though not the most complex wine, it’s a good go-to wine for everyday drinking. Solid and well made.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This unoaked white offers rounded tropical fruit aromas and flavors like pineapple, melon and pear. The style is straightforward and exuberant, with balanced acidity and a fruity, lush finish. Keep on the table for everyday enjoyment.
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