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One of the (many) gifts that Charles Back has brought to Cape wine was, and still is, Fairview Viognier. Planting the mother block of this French grape in 1994, Charles and team have nurtured this variety to bring you a gorgeously aromatic and refined wine. A must try! |
South Africa |
To enjoy this wine at its best, drink within 3 years of purchase |
Serve with a curry with delicate spice and dried fruits. |
Bottle |
Glass |
Fairview |
The Fairview estate is situated approximately 50 kilometres from Cape Town, on the lower slopes of Mt. Paarl, and was planted with vines as early as 1699. The property was bought by Charles Back's grandfather in 1937 and was subsequently run by his father, Cyril, before Charles took charge. His era has seen Fairview emerge to become one of the country's most exciting properties, with all its production now certified as Fair Trade. Charles doesn't use the certification, however, as he wants to sell on merit.
Fairview, Suid-Agter Paarl Road, Suider-Paarl, 7646. South Africa |
South Africa |
Contains Sulphites |
Suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians |
13.50% |
10.1 UK Units per 75cl bottle |
100% Viognier |
Bright light green colour in the glass with powerful stone fruit andhoneysuckle aromas, followed by a full bodied palate with spice andlingering fruit flavours. |
Fairview is situated on the lower slopes of Mount Paarl, which is moresheltered from the moderating maritime influence than nearby Stellenbosch. Vines were planted here as early as 1699. The property was bought by the grandfather of current owner Charles Back in 1937. Fairview has a reputation for consistent quality across a range of innovative styles, using both classic and unusual varieties, and leads the field in South Africa in matching varieties to specific sites. The Fairview estate now has a total of 680 hectares of vineyard over four appellations: Paarl, Swartland, Darling and Stellenbosch. This vineyard ownership in so many different regions allows Charles to produce a wide range of wines, from grapes grown in optimal conditions. In 2014, Charles received a lifetime achievement award from the International Wine Challenge. |
The fruit is sourced from the vineyards at Fairview farm in Agter-Paarl. These trellised Fairview vines are grown on the slopes of Paarl mountain, on decomposed granite soils. |
2017 |
The grapes were hand-picked in the early morning and whole bunch pressed. Only the free run juice was used. 60% of the Viognier was fermented in stainless steel tanks and 40% was fermented in French oak barrels (20% new). After fermentation, the wine was left sur lie for four months, with regular stirring. |
Fairview |
Liberty Wines |
Anthony de Jager |
Know your limits | |
The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week |
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