The Kloovenburg Lledoner Pelut Estate Range 2023, specifically the Garnacha Peluda, presents a unique offering in the world of red wines, distinguished by its light purple hue and aromatic complexity. This wine is crafted from the Lledoner Pelut grape, a mutation of the traditional Garnacha, known for its distinctive hairy leaves and lower alcohol content compared to other varieties.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Light purple color.

Aroma: The nose is characterized by scents of rose petals, dried herbs, and fresh strawberries, evoking a sense of freshness and vibrancy.

Palate: The flavor profile is juicy and lively, with prominent notes of cherry and strawberry. The wine offers a refreshing style that balances fruitiness with a surprisingly grippy tannin structure, making it both approachable and complex12.

Winemaking Process

The winemaking process emphasizes quality and care:

Harvesting: Grapes are handpicked in the early morning to ensure optimal freshness and quality.

Cooling: After harvesting, grapes are cooled overnight at 5°C.

Fermentation:

60% of the grapes are crushed and destemmed, while 40% are fermented as whole clusters.

Natural fermentation occurs in open fermenters with light punch-downs twice daily to enhance extraction.

Post-Fermentation: After fermentation, the wine remains on the skins for an additional seven days before being pressed into neutral oak barrels for malolactic fermentation.

Aging: The wine is aged in barrels for a total of 10 months before bottling.