Ernst Gouws & Co Pinot Noir 2024
Pinot Noir
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Ernst Gouws & Co Pinot Noir 2024
Ernst Gouws & Co is a family-run winery based in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands, where cool afternoon breezes and well-drained soils help delicate varieties like Pinot Noir achieve expressive fruit without excessive ripeness. The estate combines respect for old-school winemaking philosophies with a modern sensitivity to site and varietal nuance, hand-selecting fruit from chosen vineyards across the Western Cape to craft wines that feel fruity, elegant and approachable. This Pinot Noir is emblematic of that ethos - subtle, site-responsive and balanced rather than overtly extracted - offering a genuine sense of place in every glass.
Colour: Pale ruby in the glass, transparent and inviting - exactly what you’d expect from a classic Pinot Noir profile.
Nose: Aromas lean toward macerated strawberries and raspberries, undergrowth and earthy forest floor, with subtle dried herbs and spice that add complexity without weight.
Palate: The palate is gentle yet expressive, carrying luscious red berry fruit with touches of mocha and a whisper of spice. Velvety texture and soft, juicy tannins give a refined, light-footed feel that stays true to the varietal’s finesse.
Finish: Clean and lingering, with spice and gentle earthiness complementing the fruit and leaving a memorable, balanced close.
- Food Pairing : Ernst Gouws & Co Pinot Noir 2024’s gentle tannin structure, lively acidity and vibrant red fruit make it an excellent partner for foods with a savoury, earthy edge. Try it with pan-seared duck breast or crispy rosemary roast chicken — the wine’s fruit brightness will lift rich meat flavours without overpowering them. It also pairs beautifully with charcuterie boards featuring mild terrines and pâtés, or with grilled mushrooms and herb-scented risotto, where its earthy notes mirror those on the palate and create pleasing harmony at the table.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: up to 5 years under good conditions.
- Vintage: 2024
- Manufacturer: Ernst Gouws & Co
- Region: Stellenbosch
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 3 Stars
- Sugar Content: 3.7g/L
- Alcohol Content: 13.5%
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In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
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