Primre Blaar 2020 Vellies Grenache Noir Coastal Region, South Africa

Description

Beneath the cork of our 2020 Primêre Blaar Grenache, you will discover rich fruit characteristics smoothly integrated with oak. Nicknamed after the shoes—called “vellies”—often worn by the local winemakers, this savor-worthy wine comes from South Africa’s Coastal Region. This region is home to some of the Western Cape’s best vineyards and historic wine-producing areas. To the west, sea breezes from the Atlantic Ocean cool vineyards along the coast, while towering mountains to the east and south block these winds from moving inland, resulting in high temperatures. This diverse offering of climates creates optimal conditions for Grenache to showcase its intense, fruit-forward character. Our local winemaking partners have tended this land since the 1900s and today nurture one of the largest plantings of Grenache in the Western Cape. This harmony of climate, grape variety and expertise is palpable with each sip of our 2020 vintage. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.