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Wine Varieties

Val Di Terra handcrafts a boutique range of Reserve level, affordable, luxury wines. They are enjoyed on any occasion by lovers of fine wines. This range delivers elegant, well balanced, delicious, fruit driven wines that are guaranteed to leave a delicate finish on the palate. One cannot resist another sip. 

RED Varieties

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Pinotage

Tasting Notes

NOSE

This cheerful Pinotage reflects the modern fruit driven wine style that is in huge demand today. Classic Pinotage aromas of spicy mulberries, plum pudding and ripe black cherries; supported by smoky bacon nuances.

PALATE

Juicy and accessible with soft palate and delicious fruit concentration.

FOOD PAIRING

This uniquely South African wine varietal is best served with strongly flavoured cheese, hearty stews, lamb, pork, venison, a generous slice of pizza or as a companion at a “braai”. For those with a sweeter tooth, enjoy with a dark chocolate dessert.

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Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Notes

NOSE

Cabernet Sauvignon is the world`s most popular red wine. Ours has the typical leafiness and berry fruit flavours that you can expect from the varietal.

PALATE

A delicious full-bodied red wine with dark fruit flavors such as black cherry, blackberry, black currant and savoury tastes from black pepper to bell pepper.

FOOD PAIRING

Our much loved Cabernet Sauvignon is best paired with nearly all red meat including roasts, steaks, burgers and lamb. It is an excellent accompaniment to peppered tuna fillet. Also great with roasted vegetables, mushrooms and in sauces or reductions. It finishes well with a plumb pudding or hazelnut cheesecake.

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Merlot

Tasting Notes

NOSE

Merlot is gaining in popularity worldwide with its soft, round tannins, it is bottled as an easy-drinking varietal wine.

PALATE

This wine is full and rounded, with soft tannins and a rich taste of black berries and plums. The elegant finish is long and pleasant.

FOOD PAIRING

Enjoy South Africa`s most popular red wine varietal with roasted vegetables and harder-to-match veggies such as tomatoes. Also pairs well with poultry and lean cuts of beef. Compliments desserts such as chocolate cakes, tarts or pies with dark fruit flavours.

White Varieties

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Chenin Blanc

Tasting Notes

NOSE

A youthful fresh wine with pear, floral, honey and quince aromas.

PALATE

Freshness shows on the palate with crunchy green apple and grapefruit flavours. Good mouthfeel and appetisingly tangy finish.

FOOD PAIRING

Ken Forrester, known as Mr Chenin world wide, produces this fabulous white wine which brings unparalleled energy to the table! Pairs really well with creamy chicken or pork dishes, meatier flaky fish and rich seafood. Simply enjoy with classic favourites such as apple crumble and lemon meringue or serve with blue and gorgonzola cheeses.

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Sauvignon Blanc

Tasting Notes

NOSE

Bright, crisp asparagus, fig and freshly cut grass aromas.

PALATE

Fresh and delicious on the palate. Primary fruit flavours are citrus-led as well as green apple coming to the fore, freshly cut grass and other herbaceous notes are evident.

FOOD PAIRING

Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most food friendly white wines. It pairs well with almost all food, particularly softer cheeses, green vegetables, salads, chicken, seafood and light pasta dishes. The fruitiness in the wine pairs well with tart and tangy desserts such as passion fruit pavlova and some classic favourites such as crème brûlée and Tiramisu.

ROSè

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Dry Rosè

Tasting Notes

NOSE

This very elegant dry Rosé, with aromas of freshly picked strawberries and cream, red fruit and rose flower, is a wonderful summertime companion.

PALATE

Although this Provençal style Rosé is classified as dry, it`s blend of Grenache and Viognier grapes compliment the palate with delightful fruitiness and distinctive strawberry flavours.

FOOD PAIRING

Rosé’s popularity has risen significantly in the past few years as it’s in the middle of our flavour profile and pairs well with almost everything. Try it with shellfish, seared salmon, bruschetta, asparagus and parmesan, humus, artisanal breads and quiches. Enhance your dessert experience by serving with macarons, truffles and mousse or a classic malva pudding and ice cream.

Sparkling wine

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Cap Classique

Tasting Notes

Nose

Made by in the traditional Cap Classique method, this Val Di Terra sparkling wine has been aged for 8 months on lees and 28 months sur lattes to develop a creaminess and delicate mousse while still maintaining bright, fresh apple, pear and quince aromas.

palate

Made by the Cap Classique or traditional method, the Val Di Terra Cap Classique is wine aged for 18 months on lees to develop a creaminess and delicate mousse while still maintaining bright, fresh apple, pear and quince aromas.

Food pairing

Ken Forrester has a superb reputation for Chenin Blanc, and this Val Di Terra sparkling wine, in the classic tradition, is no exception. Served well chilled as an aperitive and pair with freshly dressed oysters and seafood dishes. Indulge yourself by pairing with citrus cheesecake or pomegranate panna cotta.

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Limited editions

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Luna Azzurra

2022 1.5 Litre Magnum

Tasting Notes

nose

Syrah Grenache Mourvèdre is a unique concentrated wine with notes of spice hints, hints of nutmeg, plumb fruit and pepper.

Palate

Medium bodied, soft, smooth and elegant.

food pairing

Serve with roasts and full flavoured Mediterranean dishes as well lamb or grilled meats and vegetables. Pair also with matured cheeses or any dark chocolate desserts.

Description

Once in a blue moon Ken Forrester produces a very special, one-of-a-kind, Magnum of red wine for Val Di Terra. Following the prodigious success of our first edition 2018 Luna Azzurra, this 2020 Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre is oak barrel-aged and can be classified as one of the great wines of South Africa. With only 200 bottles having been produced, each individually numbered.
INDULGE YOURSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE with this sophisticated wine or AGE for at least 12 years.

 

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A worldwide exclusive

Description

Only under expectational circumstances will we sell Ken Forrester`s own wines. The Mountain View is one those exceptions. This is a never to be repeated, export only wine, produced in a limited quantity and is exclusively available from Val Di Terra. 

Tasting Notes

nose

Notes of black cherries with a hint of nutmeg, layers of dried spice and matured fruit.

Palate

Mountain View has wonderful notes of black cherries, the flavours of dark fruit and the earthy characteristics of Mourvèdre add great structure and power to this wine.

food pairing

Mourvèdre, with its deep, rich, fresh, spicy character is the perfect wine to pair with slow braised, grilled and stewed red meats and a South African favourite, biltong! It also works well with a wide variety of cheeses or a decadent, dark chocolate mousse.

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Mountain View

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A hidden gem for all lovers of the finer things in life, based in Benoni on the East Rand. We have a
passion for handcrafted wine and spirits. 
Our product selection is  boutique and is  priced at a level which enables our customer to have a unique and affordable luxury experience. 

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