Warwick First Lady Dry Rose 2020
Warwick The First Lady Dry Rose 2020
Dry and crisp. It also has a slightly creamy feel. The intense red fruit flavors typical of Pinotage linger to the finish, making this wine charming. A wine that proves that "Pinotage is suitable for rosé". A pleasant wine that you can drink smoothly and want to refill the glass. Easy to match with various dishes, so it is excellent for daily use. You can also enjoy it outdoors or at an outside table on sunny, dry days in spring and summer.
food pairing
Salad, salmon, shrimp, salmon roe, ham, quiche, egg dishes, Japanese food, Chinese food, gyoza, steamed dumplings, spring rolls, etc.
Country of origin/production area
south africa stellenbosch
vintage
2020
*Depending on stock availability, the vintage of the wine to be shipped may differ from the description. If you are interested in vintage, please contact us before ordering.
type
dry rosé
Main varieties
Pinotage
Alcohol degree
11.50%
capacity
750ml
Producer information
Warwick is one of South Africa's leading boutique wineries in the Stellenbosch region. Dating back to 1771, the farm has a long history.
In 1964, former owners Stan and Norma Ratcliffe purchased Warwick, a former fruit farm. Viticulture started in 1981 with a focus on classic Bordeaux varieties (Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon).
Norma Ratcliffe's dedication to winemaking made her one of the first female Cape winemakers. Warwick's "First Lady" series is a tribute to her achievements.
The first release on the Warwick label was in 1984. Since then, it has won many awards both at home and abroad, and has grown into one of South Africa's leading brands and established its position.
The winery is located at an altitude of 240-360m in the hills of the Simmonsberg Mountains, called the Red Wine Zone of Stellenbosch. This high position allows cool southeasterly winds to blow the vineyards in spring and summer.
Warwick has a variety of slopes and different clay-rich soil types that produce unique terroirs and complex, characterful wines. The main soil types are granitic oak leaf and tukul. The vineyard has cool east facing, south east facing, south facing and slightly warmer west facing slopes. One of the top Cabernet Francs representing South Africa is produced here in Warwick, and its fields are on the south and southwest slopes.
One of the things we take care in growing is that irrigation is kept to a minimum to express the unique terroir of this farm.
Over the last ten years, we have also recognized the importance of biodiversity and strived to maintain a balance between nature and winemaking.
Our soils have a high clay content so the need for irrigation is very low and some fields require no irrigation at all.
Cover crops, such as legumes and radishes, planted in the winter months improve soil health, organic matter and microbial activity, and reduce the need for herbicides. As a result, many earthworms live in the soil.
And when it comes to pest control, we rely on natural predators. Everything is cultivated and managed with respect for biodiversity. As a result, the problem of snails, weevils and other harmful insects is cleared.
Warwick's philosophy is to never compromise on quality. We aim to perform at the highest level in all that we do. And the wine we aim for is elegance. It is a slightly modest classic style to express it.
overview
●Cap: Screw ●Cultivation: Grapes are harvested early in the morning when the sugar content is slightly lower than other wines.
●Manufacturing: The skin contact inside the stainless steel tank is only a little to give a beautiful color. Fermented, aged and bottled fresh.
Aging potential: Vintage +2-3 years
#South African wine
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