Excellent on its own or with heart-warming roast lamb, oxtail, Irish stew, coq au vin, red meat steak, venison and mature cheese
A combination of local and international experience spanning more than a decade in the growing and selection of fine wines enables Nico to identify the finest vineyards in the Western Cape for Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Vinified in a ver personal and traditional way and matured to perfection in the French oak barrels for 14 months.
Backsberg Pinotage's ripe cherry, coffee bean and sweet strawberry flavours are complemented by subtle undertones of dried herbs. This Pinotage has a juicy mouth-feel with supple, sweet tannins.
The fruity style of this wine makes it lovely on its own as well as an idela accompniment to lamb, spicy food and hearty Italian dishes.
An historic 18th century wine farm, Groote Post is located nearby Darling, less than an hours drive from Cape Town on the West Coast of South Africa. An oasis of calm and serenity, the cellar has consistently produced a range of award winning wines from cool climatic conditions. The Pentz family extend a warm invitation to experience their wonderful wines and to visit the award winning restaurant Hilda's Kitchen when next in the fairest cape.