In a small cellar in the Jonkershoek valley limited quantities of hand-picked grapes are personally vinified by Ettiene le Riche into red wines which reflect the nature of the fruit and the soil. These wines are oak-matured and after further maturation they will be quite superb.
A sumptuous upfront nose of mocha & coffee beans leads to an invitingly rich palate of wild berry and dark chocolate. Enjoy with grilled and barbecued meats. Delicious with smoked pork ribs.
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The farm was named in 1704 when the settlers returned from an arduous journey to find their livestock gone and their home burnt down - hence the name Allesverloren meaning "all is lost". Present Owner, Danie Malan is the fifth generation on the farm, continuing the winemaking tradition of his forefathers who acquired the farm in 1872.
Diemersfontein Carpe Diem Pinotage has inviting flavours of raspberries, cherries and pencil shavings on the notes, followed with rich fruit flavours of plum and berries, rounding it all off with supple tannins on the palate.
Great with roast duck, lamb casseroles and even chocolate soufflé. South African staples Bobotie, Bunny Chow and Braai all begs for a glass of Pinotage!