2020 Spier Pinotage 21 Gables
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| Country | |
| Region | |
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| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14.5%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2033 |
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One of the Cape's most beautiful historical sights is the old Dutch houses with their distinctive facades from the 17th and 18th centuries. "Cape Dutch," as they are called here. Spier is the largest owner of these unique, perfectly preserved facades: no fewer than 21 in total.
The grapes for this Pinotage are planted right on the False Bay coast, ranging from 7 to 15 kilometers from the shoreline. This creates a wonderfully cool climate, with rainfall of no more than 450 millimeters. The vineyards are not irrigated, which gives the grapes a great intensity in flavor, which are deeply colored at harvest. The grapes are rigorously selected upon arrival and undergo cold maceration before fermentation begins. This ensures that the wine develops a beautiful, intense fruit character. It is then aged for a further eighteen months in partly used and partly new American and Hungarian oak barrels. This type of oak is well-suited to Pinotage, as it gives the wine an exotic vanilla note. This frames a truly impressive wine that exemplifies the vast potential of this quintessential South African grape.
In the glass, the Pinotage 21 Gables is a deep ruby red. On the nose, the wine is broad and intense with notes of chocolate, herbs and vanilla, spices, black cherries, coffee, and a hint of caramel. On the palate, this full-bodied Spier Pinotage is broad and opulent, full of character, soft and flavorful, wonderfully supple, peppery, and a touch of cream, creating a pleasant sweetness. The 21 Gables Pinotage is among South Africa's finest and is a smooth yet powerful red wine.
The roots of the Spier estate go back to the early years of the Cape colony, in 1692. That year, the original farm in Stellenbosch was founded by the German colonist Arnout Janz. He was also the one who realized that the soil was exceptionally suitable for viticulture and planted the first vines. The first grapes were pressed, and the old cellar, built in 1767, is one of the oldest wine buildings in the Cape. It remains the proud property of the estate. Today, Spier is one of South Africa's most innovative wineries, with a cellar that has been modernized and expanded in recent years to realize its ambitious goals. The expansion of the vineyard area, now under the full control of a large team of experienced and talented winemakers, led by Chief Winemaker, Frans Smit, should be seen in the same light.
The wines of the Spier Estate in Stellenbosch are produced without the use of artificial fertilizers, chemical pesticides and no herbicides are used.
Specifications
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch |
| Winery | Spier Estate |
| Grape | Pinotage |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2033 |
| Alcohol % | 14.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| James Suckling rating | 90 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Droog, Fruitig, Kruidig, Rood fruit, Soepel, Vol |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Met vrienden, Open haard, Summer party |
| Sommy Pairing Beschrijving | De 2020 Spier Pinotage 21 Gables is een volle, weelderige wijn met rijke smaken van donkere kersen, chocolade, vanille en specerijen, aangevuld met een zachte, peperige kruidigheid en een subtiele karamelsmaak. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij gerechten met een robuuste smaak, zoals wild of gehaktgerechten, omdat de volle body en de exotische eiketoetsen mooi aansluiten bij de diepe smaken van bijvoorbeeld gebraiseerd wild of gemarineerd vlees. Een langzaam gegaard gerecht met kruidige marinades of een smeuïge vleesstoof maken deze wijn nog completer, waardoor de harmonie tussen wijn en gerecht volledig tot haar recht komt. |
Professional Reviews
James Suckling
Score
90
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 36
Spier Pinotage Stellenbosch 21 Gables 2020
Monday, Sep 22, 2025
Color
Red
Country
South Africa
Region
Coastal Region
Vintage
2020
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Plums, mocha, chopped nuts and oranges on the nose of this creamy red. It’s medium- to full-bodied, lightly smoky, with medium-grainy tannins and a soft finish. Vegan. Drink now.
Claire Nesbitt
Staff Writer & Critic
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The roots of the house Spier go back to the early years of the colony on the Cape, in 1692. In that year the original farm in Stellenbosch was founded by the German settler Arnout Janz. He was also the one who realized that the soil was very suitable for viticulture, and planted the first vines. The first grapes were pressed, and the old cellar, built in 1767, is one of the Cape's oldest wineries and is still the proud property of the domain.
But much has changed since the beginning. Today, Spier is one of South Africa's most innovative wine companies, with a cellar that has been completely modernized and expanded in recent years to deliver on its great ambitions here. And in the same light, we must see the extension of the vineyard area by 100 hectares to a total of 400 hectares, with production increasing by 100,000 boxes, more than a million bottles. To realize the total production, grapes are also bought from other producers, but all under full control of the large team of experienced and talented winemakers from Spier, led by the chief winemaker, Frans Smit. The winemakers have learned and interned all over the world, in order to make high quality wines with their experiences.
But of course history has not been forgotten, and Spier still makes wines that are an expression of their own identity, wines of the highest quality. Frans Smit wants to make wines with depth, but also with an emphasis on the fruit. By making different series, the different types of wine lovers can enjoy the wines of this company. The wines under the label 'Discovery' and 'Colors' are for the wine drinkers who like to drink a smooth wine, with a lot of emphasis on the fruit. The terroir is particularly emphasized with the wines in the Private Collection. In recent years, millions have been invested in the winery to release it and to fully adapt it to the requirements of modern winemaking. In the air-conditioned cellars there are 4,500 barrels for maturing the wines.
Winemaking is an art according to the winemakers of Spier. The grapes for the Classic Range grow in specially selected vineyards, picked at optimal maturity and vinified in such a way that all characteristics of the wines are well preserved. Light wood maturation provides an elegant background alongside the fruit notes. The grapes of the Private Collection wines are hand selected in the old, single variety vineyards. After vinification, the wines are aged in French oak barrels. Only then will the final selection of the wines take place, because only the best wines may carry the designation 'Private Collection'. Witness the many awards that Spier has won with these wines.
In addition, a special visitor center has been built, where the wines can be tasted and bought, where a meal or a picnic can be enjoyed. And the whole is also equipped with a golf course and a four-star hotel. A special project from a special company.
Food
Spijs
De 2020 Spier Pinotage 21 Gables is een volle, weelderige wijn met rijke smaken van donkere kersen, chocolade, vanille en specerijen, aangevuld met een zachte, peperige kruidigheid en een subtiele karamelsmaak. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij gerechten met een robuuste smaak, zoals wild of gehaktgerechten, omdat de volle body en de exotische eiketoetsen mooi aansluiten bij de diepe smaken van bijvoorbeeld gebraiseerd wild of gemarineerd vlees. Een langzaam gegaard gerecht met kruidige marinades of een smeuïge vleesstoof maken deze wijn nog completer, waardoor de harmonie tussen wijn en gerecht volledig tot haar recht komt.
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Start de Sommy Wijnadvies ToolOne of the Cape's most beautiful historical sights is the old Dutch houses with their distinctive facades from the 17th and 18th centuries. "Cape Dutch," as they are called here. Spier is the largest owner of these unique, perfectly preserved facades: no fewer than 21 in total.
The grapes for this Pinotage are planted right on the False Bay coast, ranging from 7 to 15 kilometers from the shoreline. This creates a wonderfully cool climate, with rainfall of no more than 450 millimeters. The vineyards are not irrigated, which gives the grapes a great intensity in flavor, which are deeply colored at harvest. The grapes are rigorously selected upon arrival and undergo cold maceration before fermentation begins. This ensures that the wine develops a beautiful, intense fruit character. It is then aged for a further eighteen months in partly used and partly new American and Hungarian oak barrels. This type of oak is well-suited to Pinotage, as it gives the wine an exotic vanilla note. This frames a truly impressive wine that exemplifies the vast potential of this quintessential South African grape.
In the glass, the Pinotage 21 Gables is a deep ruby red. On the nose, the wine is broad and intense with notes of chocolate, herbs and vanilla, spices, black cherries, coffee, and a hint of caramel. On the palate, this full-bodied Spier Pinotage is broad and opulent, full of character, soft and flavorful, wonderfully supple, peppery, and a touch of cream, creating a pleasant sweetness. The 21 Gables Pinotage is among South Africa's finest and is a smooth yet powerful red wine.
The roots of the Spier estate go back to the early years of the Cape colony, in 1692. That year, the original farm in Stellenbosch was founded by the German colonist Arnout Janz. He was also the one who realized that the soil was exceptionally suitable for viticulture and planted the first vines. The first grapes were pressed, and the old cellar, built in 1767, is one of the oldest wine buildings in the Cape. It remains the proud property of the estate. Today, Spier is one of South Africa's most innovative wineries, with a cellar that has been modernized and expanded in recent years to realize its ambitious goals. The expansion of the vineyard area, now under the full control of a large team of experienced and talented winemakers, led by Chief Winemaker, Frans Smit, should be seen in the same light.
The wines of the Spier Estate in Stellenbosch are produced without the use of artificial fertilizers, chemical pesticides and no herbicides are used.
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch |
| Winery | Spier Estate |
| Grape | Pinotage |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2033 |
| Alcohol % | 14.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| James Suckling rating | 90 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Droog, Fruitig, Kruidig, Rood fruit, Soepel, Vol |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Met vrienden, Open haard, Summer party |
| Sommy Pairing Beschrijving | De 2020 Spier Pinotage 21 Gables is een volle, weelderige wijn met rijke smaken van donkere kersen, chocolade, vanille en specerijen, aangevuld met een zachte, peperige kruidigheid en een subtiele karamelsmaak. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij gerechten met een robuuste smaak, zoals wild of gehaktgerechten, omdat de volle body en de exotische eiketoetsen mooi aansluiten bij de diepe smaken van bijvoorbeeld gebraiseerd wild of gemarineerd vlees. Een langzaam gegaard gerecht met kruidige marinades of een smeuïge vleesstoof maken deze wijn nog completer, waardoor de harmonie tussen wijn en gerecht volledig tot haar recht komt. |
James Suckling
Score
90
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 36
Spier Pinotage Stellenbosch 21 Gables 2020
Monday, Sep 22, 2025
Color
Red
Country
South Africa
Region
Coastal Region
Vintage
2020
Download Shelftalker
Plums, mocha, chopped nuts and oranges on the nose of this creamy red. It’s medium- to full-bodied, lightly smoky, with medium-grainy tannins and a soft finish. Vegan. Drink now.
Claire Nesbitt
Staff Writer & Critic
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The roots of the house Spier go back to the early years of the colony on the Cape, in 1692. In that year the original farm in Stellenbosch was founded by the German settler Arnout Janz. He was also the one who realized that the soil was very suitable for viticulture, and planted the first vines. The first grapes were pressed, and the old cellar, built in 1767, is one of the Cape's oldest wineries and is still the proud property of the domain.
But much has changed since the beginning. Today, Spier is one of South Africa's most innovative wine companies, with a cellar that has been completely modernized and expanded in recent years to deliver on its great ambitions here. And in the same light, we must see the extension of the vineyard area by 100 hectares to a total of 400 hectares, with production increasing by 100,000 boxes, more than a million bottles. To realize the total production, grapes are also bought from other producers, but all under full control of the large team of experienced and talented winemakers from Spier, led by the chief winemaker, Frans Smit. The winemakers have learned and interned all over the world, in order to make high quality wines with their experiences.
But of course history has not been forgotten, and Spier still makes wines that are an expression of their own identity, wines of the highest quality. Frans Smit wants to make wines with depth, but also with an emphasis on the fruit. By making different series, the different types of wine lovers can enjoy the wines of this company. The wines under the label 'Discovery' and 'Colors' are for the wine drinkers who like to drink a smooth wine, with a lot of emphasis on the fruit. The terroir is particularly emphasized with the wines in the Private Collection. In recent years, millions have been invested in the winery to release it and to fully adapt it to the requirements of modern winemaking. In the air-conditioned cellars there are 4,500 barrels for maturing the wines.
Winemaking is an art according to the winemakers of Spier. The grapes for the Classic Range grow in specially selected vineyards, picked at optimal maturity and vinified in such a way that all characteristics of the wines are well preserved. Light wood maturation provides an elegant background alongside the fruit notes. The grapes of the Private Collection wines are hand selected in the old, single variety vineyards. After vinification, the wines are aged in French oak barrels. Only then will the final selection of the wines take place, because only the best wines may carry the designation 'Private Collection'. Witness the many awards that Spier has won with these wines.
In addition, a special visitor center has been built, where the wines can be tasted and bought, where a meal or a picnic can be enjoyed. And the whole is also equipped with a golf course and a four-star hotel. A special project from a special company.
Spijs
De 2020 Spier Pinotage 21 Gables is een volle, weelderige wijn met rijke smaken van donkere kersen, chocolade, vanille en specerijen, aangevuld met een zachte, peperige kruidigheid en een subtiele karamelsmaak. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij gerechten met een robuuste smaak, zoals wild of gehaktgerechten, omdat de volle body en de exotische eiketoetsen mooi aansluiten bij de diepe smaken van bijvoorbeeld gebraiseerd wild of gemarineerd vlees. Een langzaam gegaard gerecht met kruidige marinades of een smeuïge vleesstoof maken deze wijn nog completer, waardoor de harmonie tussen wijn en gerecht volledig tot haar recht komt.
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One of the Cape's most beautiful historical sights is the old Dutch houses with their distinctive facades from the 17th and 18th centuries. "Cape Dutch," as they are called here. Spier is the largest owner of these unique, perfectly preserved facades: no fewer than 21 in total.
The grapes for this Pinotage are planted right on the False Bay coast, ranging from 7 to 15 kilometers from the shoreline. This creates a wonderfully cool climate, with rainfall of no more than 450 millimeters. The vineyards are not irrigated, which gives the grapes a great intensity in flavor, which are deeply colored at harvest. The grapes are rigorously selected upon arrival and undergo cold maceration before fermentation begins. This ensures that the wine develops a beautiful, intense fruit character. It is then aged for a further eighteen months in partly used and partly new American and Hungarian oak barrels. This type of oak is well-suited to Pinotage, as it gives the wine an exotic vanilla note. This frames a truly impressive wine that exemplifies the vast potential of this quintessential South African grape.
In the glass, the Pinotage 21 Gables is a deep ruby red. On the nose, the wine is broad and intense with notes of chocolate, herbs and vanilla, spices, black cherries, coffee, and a hint of caramel. On the palate, this full-bodied Spier Pinotage is broad and opulent, full of character, soft and flavorful, wonderfully supple, peppery, and a touch of cream, creating a pleasant sweetness. The 21 Gables Pinotage is among South Africa's finest and is a smooth yet powerful red wine.
The roots of the Spier estate go back to the early years of the Cape colony, in 1692. That year, the original farm in Stellenbosch was founded by the German colonist Arnout Janz. He was also the one who realized that the soil was exceptionally suitable for viticulture and planted the first vines. The first grapes were pressed, and the old cellar, built in 1767, is one of the oldest wine buildings in the Cape. It remains the proud property of the estate. Today, Spier is one of South Africa's most innovative wineries, with a cellar that has been modernized and expanded in recent years to realize its ambitious goals. The expansion of the vineyard area, now under the full control of a large team of experienced and talented winemakers, led by Chief Winemaker, Frans Smit, should be seen in the same light.
The wines of the Spier Estate in Stellenbosch are produced without the use of artificial fertilizers, chemical pesticides and no herbicides are used.
Specifications
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch |
| Winery | Spier Estate |
| Grape | Pinotage |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2033 |
| Alcohol % | 14.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| James Suckling rating | 90 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Droog, Fruitig, Kruidig, Rood fruit, Soepel, Vol |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Met vrienden, Open haard, Summer party |
| Sommy Pairing Beschrijving | De 2020 Spier Pinotage 21 Gables is een volle, weelderige wijn met rijke smaken van donkere kersen, chocolade, vanille en specerijen, aangevuld met een zachte, peperige kruidigheid en een subtiele karamelsmaak. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij gerechten met een robuuste smaak, zoals wild of gehaktgerechten, omdat de volle body en de exotische eiketoetsen mooi aansluiten bij de diepe smaken van bijvoorbeeld gebraiseerd wild of gemarineerd vlees. Een langzaam gegaard gerecht met kruidige marinades of een smeuïge vleesstoof maken deze wijn nog completer, waardoor de harmonie tussen wijn en gerecht volledig tot haar recht komt. |
Professional Reviews
James Suckling
Score
90
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 36
Spier Pinotage Stellenbosch 21 Gables 2020
Monday, Sep 22, 2025
Color
Red
Country
South Africa
Region
Coastal Region
Vintage
2020
Download Shelftalker
Plums, mocha, chopped nuts and oranges on the nose of this creamy red. It’s medium- to full-bodied, lightly smoky, with medium-grainy tannins and a soft finish. Vegan. Drink now.
Claire Nesbitt
Staff Writer & Critic
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Wijnhuis
The roots of the house Spier go back to the early years of the colony on the Cape, in 1692. In that year the original farm in Stellenbosch was founded by the German settler Arnout Janz. He was also the one who realized that the soil was very suitable for viticulture, and planted the first vines. The first grapes were pressed, and the old cellar, built in 1767, is one of the Cape's oldest wineries and is still the proud property of the domain.
But much has changed since the beginning. Today, Spier is one of South Africa's most innovative wine companies, with a cellar that has been completely modernized and expanded in recent years to deliver on its great ambitions here. And in the same light, we must see the extension of the vineyard area by 100 hectares to a total of 400 hectares, with production increasing by 100,000 boxes, more than a million bottles. To realize the total production, grapes are also bought from other producers, but all under full control of the large team of experienced and talented winemakers from Spier, led by the chief winemaker, Frans Smit. The winemakers have learned and interned all over the world, in order to make high quality wines with their experiences.
But of course history has not been forgotten, and Spier still makes wines that are an expression of their own identity, wines of the highest quality. Frans Smit wants to make wines with depth, but also with an emphasis on the fruit. By making different series, the different types of wine lovers can enjoy the wines of this company. The wines under the label 'Discovery' and 'Colors' are for the wine drinkers who like to drink a smooth wine, with a lot of emphasis on the fruit. The terroir is particularly emphasized with the wines in the Private Collection. In recent years, millions have been invested in the winery to release it and to fully adapt it to the requirements of modern winemaking. In the air-conditioned cellars there are 4,500 barrels for maturing the wines.
Winemaking is an art according to the winemakers of Spier. The grapes for the Classic Range grow in specially selected vineyards, picked at optimal maturity and vinified in such a way that all characteristics of the wines are well preserved. Light wood maturation provides an elegant background alongside the fruit notes. The grapes of the Private Collection wines are hand selected in the old, single variety vineyards. After vinification, the wines are aged in French oak barrels. Only then will the final selection of the wines take place, because only the best wines may carry the designation 'Private Collection'. Witness the many awards that Spier has won with these wines.
In addition, a special visitor center has been built, where the wines can be tasted and bought, where a meal or a picnic can be enjoyed. And the whole is also equipped with a golf course and a four-star hotel. A special project from a special company.
Food
Spijs
De 2020 Spier Pinotage 21 Gables is een volle, weelderige wijn met rijke smaken van donkere kersen, chocolade, vanille en specerijen, aangevuld met een zachte, peperige kruidigheid en een subtiele karamelsmaak. Deze wijn past uitstekend bij gerechten met een robuuste smaak, zoals wild of gehaktgerechten, omdat de volle body en de exotische eiketoetsen mooi aansluiten bij de diepe smaken van bijvoorbeeld gebraiseerd wild of gemarineerd vlees. Een langzaam gegaard gerecht met kruidige marinades of een smeuïge vleesstoof maken deze wijn nog completer, waardoor de harmonie tussen wijn en gerecht volledig tot haar recht komt.
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