2022 Warwick Professor Black Pitch Black
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch (Appellatie) |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2030 |
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The Warwick Professor Black Pitch Black from the South African top winery Warwick is also known as the South African Bordeaux because this wine is made in the style of a classic Bordeaux, inspired by the wines from Simonsberg in the mid-20th century. It is a Bordeaux blend, but blended with Cinsault, as was the norm in Stellenbosch over 50 years ago. All grape varieties except Cinsault are destemmed and fermented on the skins for 2-3 weeks before being pressed and aged in French barriques for 18 months. The Cinsault is fermented whole-bunch in stainless steel. Blending and light filtration take place just before bottling.
In the glass, the wine is purple in color, with aromas of dark berries, wild strawberries, violets, and herbs filling the nose. The palate is rich and structured with fine tannins and a bright, penetrating freshness thanks to the Cinsault. The finish is long and intense with flavors of blackcurrant and violets. Delicious with grilled rack of lamb. Also delicious with a tournedos with pepper sauce.
Near Stellenbosch, on the road to Paarl, lies Warwick Estate. This winery has a long history, dating back to 1791. Between 1791 and 1920, it was renamed "Good Success." This name was changed to Warwick by then-owner Alexander Gordon, after the Warwickshire regiment in which he served. In 1964, Stan and Norma Ratcliffe purchased the estate and began planting Cabernet Sauvignon. At that time, they sold the grapes and did not use them for their own production, despite Norma's desire. She studied winemaking, and a cellar was built. Warwick's first vintage was 1984. For several years now, Stan and Norma's son, Mike, has been at the helm of the company, assisted by winemaker Louis Nel.
Warwick's wines are certified organic, meaning no artificial fertilizers, chemical pesticides, or herbicides are used. Warwick goes even further, using the phases of the sun and moon to determine harvesting and pruning times.
FACT: The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pickup" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht with ample parking. Click here for our address.
Specifications
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch (Appellatie) |
| Winery | Warwick |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Groen & grassig, Strak, Tropisch fruit, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Met vrienden, Summer party, Terras |
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Without any exaggeration, we can say that Warwick Estate is today one of the leading wine companies in Stellenbosch, and even in South Africa. That, of course, does not come out of the blue. In the first place there is of course the special terroir, in a unique place: directly to the west of the monumental Simonsberg, the high mountain that dominates the region and which also determines the climate of the region.
Warwick Estate is located in a valley enclosed by the Simonsberg, Kanonkop and Klapmutskop. The historic farm, now called Warwick, was called 'Good Success' from 1791 to 1902. After the Boer War, the farm was bought by Colonel Alexander Gordon, who baptized him 'Warwick', after the army unit he served for, the Warwickshire regiment. Later the company fell into disrepair and when it was taken over by Stan & Norma Ratcliffe in 1964, there was no sign of a grape. Stan and Norma soon realized that they had acquired a special terroir for wine growing and it was not long before they decided to plant cabernet sauvignon, a grape really made for this region. These cabernet sticks yielded high quality grapes, which were in great demand among traders and other wineries for making great wines. Norma herself became more and more interested in wine making and decided to follow a training as a winemaker. Norma and Stan decided to build a cellar and in 1984 the first 'own' Warwick wine was born, a Cabernet sauvignon. Norma turned out to have the talent to make great wines and the production could increase year on year - both in quality and quantity. The Bordeaux blend Trilogy, which was launched in 1986, quickly became one of the major flagships of South African wine growing. This was emphasized when he was chosen by South African President Thabo Mbeki to be served at an official dinner for President George Bush. It is a recognition of the rare qualities of the Warwick winery. Meanwhile, winemaker Norma has stepped back after 20 years, and has been succeeded by Louis Nel, who is widely regarded as one of South Africa's most talented winemakers. And in 2001, Mike Ratcliffe, son of Norma and Stan, was appointed general manager. He graduated from the University of Adelaide with a degree in wine marketing. This makes Warwick fully equipped for the future.
The Warwick Professor Black Pitch Black from the South African top winery Warwick is also known as the South African Bordeaux because this wine is made in the style of a classic Bordeaux, inspired by the wines from Simonsberg in the mid-20th century. It is a Bordeaux blend, but blended with Cinsault, as was the norm in Stellenbosch over 50 years ago. All grape varieties except Cinsault are destemmed and fermented on the skins for 2-3 weeks before being pressed and aged in French barriques for 18 months. The Cinsault is fermented whole-bunch in stainless steel. Blending and light filtration take place just before bottling.
In the glass, the wine is purple in color, with aromas of dark berries, wild strawberries, violets, and herbs filling the nose. The palate is rich and structured with fine tannins and a bright, penetrating freshness thanks to the Cinsault. The finish is long and intense with flavors of blackcurrant and violets. Delicious with grilled rack of lamb. Also delicious with a tournedos with pepper sauce.
Near Stellenbosch, on the road to Paarl, lies Warwick Estate. This winery has a long history, dating back to 1791. Between 1791 and 1920, it was renamed "Good Success." This name was changed to Warwick by then-owner Alexander Gordon, after the Warwickshire regiment in which he served. In 1964, Stan and Norma Ratcliffe purchased the estate and began planting Cabernet Sauvignon. At that time, they sold the grapes and did not use them for their own production, despite Norma's desire. She studied winemaking, and a cellar was built. Warwick's first vintage was 1984. For several years now, Stan and Norma's son, Mike, has been at the helm of the company, assisted by winemaker Louis Nel.
Warwick's wines are certified organic, meaning no artificial fertilizers, chemical pesticides, or herbicides are used. Warwick goes even further, using the phases of the sun and moon to determine harvesting and pruning times.
FACT: The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pickup" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht with ample parking. Click here for our address.
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch (Appellatie) |
| Winery | Warwick |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Groen & grassig, Strak, Tropisch fruit, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Met vrienden, Summer party, Terras |
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Without any exaggeration, we can say that Warwick Estate is today one of the leading wine companies in Stellenbosch, and even in South Africa. That, of course, does not come out of the blue. In the first place there is of course the special terroir, in a unique place: directly to the west of the monumental Simonsberg, the high mountain that dominates the region and which also determines the climate of the region.
Warwick Estate is located in a valley enclosed by the Simonsberg, Kanonkop and Klapmutskop. The historic farm, now called Warwick, was called 'Good Success' from 1791 to 1902. After the Boer War, the farm was bought by Colonel Alexander Gordon, who baptized him 'Warwick', after the army unit he served for, the Warwickshire regiment. Later the company fell into disrepair and when it was taken over by Stan & Norma Ratcliffe in 1964, there was no sign of a grape. Stan and Norma soon realized that they had acquired a special terroir for wine growing and it was not long before they decided to plant cabernet sauvignon, a grape really made for this region. These cabernet sticks yielded high quality grapes, which were in great demand among traders and other wineries for making great wines. Norma herself became more and more interested in wine making and decided to follow a training as a winemaker. Norma and Stan decided to build a cellar and in 1984 the first 'own' Warwick wine was born, a Cabernet sauvignon. Norma turned out to have the talent to make great wines and the production could increase year on year - both in quality and quantity. The Bordeaux blend Trilogy, which was launched in 1986, quickly became one of the major flagships of South African wine growing. This was emphasized when he was chosen by South African President Thabo Mbeki to be served at an official dinner for President George Bush. It is a recognition of the rare qualities of the Warwick winery. Meanwhile, winemaker Norma has stepped back after 20 years, and has been succeeded by Louis Nel, who is widely regarded as one of South Africa's most talented winemakers. And in 2001, Mike Ratcliffe, son of Norma and Stan, was appointed general manager. He graduated from the University of Adelaide with a degree in wine marketing. This makes Warwick fully equipped for the future.