Kloovenburg

The wines of Kloovenburg

Owner and winemaker Pieter du Toit has selected the best red grape cultivars for the farm's exclusive range of red wines, including Shiraz, Merlot, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon. Grapes from low-yield vines with concentrated fruit flavours go into the crisp, barrel-fermented Chardonnay which is also part of the selection on offer.

Kloovenburg Shiraz 2007

PH VA ALC RS
3.80 0.69 14.5 2.4

A vivid ruby colour reveals itself in a seduction of smoky flavours, exciting spice and dark berries. Perfectly balancing ripe fruit and quality oak, the opulent nose follows through in an elegant palate with beautiful soft tannins and a sultry chocolaty aftertaste.

Now available in Harrods. The only South African wine awarded a 5-star “outstanding” honour amongst 95 other South African Shiraz wines tested - Decanter magazine, March 2005.

Kloovenburg Shiraz 2005

PH TA ALC RS
3.70 5.9 15 4.4

SOLD OUT. Upfront chocolate and liquorice greet the nose with hints of dried fruit and white pepper on the background. The palate is velvety with mellow tannins and follows through with lingering flavours of dark chocolate.

Kloovenburg Sauvignon Blanc 2009

PH TA ALC RS
3.23 6.9 13 1.1

Lovely perfumed tropical fruit flavours waft from this refreshingly styled Sauvignon Blanc. The delicious flint and tropical fruit flavours follow through with a soft acid to offer a fresh and lively wine with a sophisticated and elegantly styled mid-palate and a lingering aftertaste, perfect for al fresco dining.

Kloovenburg White from Red Brut 2008

PH TA ALC RS
3.22 5.9 13.5 13.1

Made from Shiraz grapes, this Blanc de Noir wine intrigues and charms with a delightful and promising pink colour, fulfilled in a bouquet of red berries and interesting nuances of sweet spice. Fresh and dry, the palate follows through with ripe cherries delicately balanced by a crisp acid.

Kloovenburg Merlot 2007

PH TA ALC RS
3.54 5.9 14.5 3.1

Warm and inviting, this Merlot seduces with a bounty of red berries and charms with unexpected whiffs of sweet spice. The palate is velvety and follows through in a smooth and lingering aftertaste, with ripe tannins adding structure and ensuring excellent cellaring.

Kloovenburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

PH TA ALC RS
3.40 6.1 14.5 1.8

Sold out. An attractive deep ruby appearance, soft aromas of ripe cherries, cloves, eucalyptus and liqourice sweets are prominent on the nose. A spicy, full bodied palate with mint, cedar and moist tobacco flavours is followed by a lingering chocolate cherry finish.

Kloovenburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

PH TA ALC RS
3.30 6.9 14.5 3.5

Sold out. A fusion of ripe cherries, sweet tobacco, eucalyptus and whiffs of liquorice welcomes the nose and introduces a complex palate of lavish fruit and well-integrated oak. This new-world style Cabernet Sauvignon has classic tannin structure ensuring excellent potential for cellar aging.

Kloovenburg Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

PH TA ALC RS
3.53 6.1 15 2.7

Abundant sweet berries, hints of tobacco and subtle flavours of liquorice follow through on a rich palate layering fruit and oak. Complex and well-integrated , this classically structured Cabernet Sauvignon offers new-world fruit and turns out both elegant end exciting.

Kloovenburg Merlot 2004

PH TA ALC RS
3.48 6.2 14.5 2.8

Sold out. Deep plum in the glass, the nose is voluptuous with dates and cherries and rich Christmas pudding while well considered oak maturation offers spice such as cinnamon for a complex and rounded Merlot. Firm tannins add structure and ensure excellent ageing potential.

Kloovenburg Merlot 2005

PH TA ALC RS
3.19 7.5 14.5 3.6

Sold out. Offering a delicate array of red berries and subtle cinnamon, the nose follows through on a palate of plush fruit and well-integrated oak. With a profound plum colour, this feminine Merlot is skilfully structured with smooth tannins for excellent ageing.

Kloovenburg White from Red Shiraz 2008

PH TA ALC RS
3.23 6.1/td> 13.5 3.4

Delightfully pink, this blanc de noir gracefully crafted from premium Shiraz grapes, lures the eye and intrigues the nose with distinctive strawberries and a subtle spicy charm. The palate is fresh and dry and follows through in abundant berries balanced by a delicate acid.

Kloovenburg Eight Feet 2006

PH TA ALC RS
3.36 6.2 13.0 3.0

Elegant in style and complex in structure, this exceptional wine offers an array of juicy berries beautifully balanced by French Oak. Well-integrated with mellow tannins, the palate enchants with berry fruits and subtle vanilla flavours and then finishes with a delicate lingering aftertaste.

Kloovenburg Unwooded Chardonnay 2008

PH TA ALC RS
3.32 4.8 12 0.9

Beautifully integrated flavours of pineapple and marmalade with a delicate straw colour, add a touch of tradition to this unoaked Chardonnay. The palate follows through with elegant apricot flavours, balanced with subtle lime for an uncomplicated wine, polished and poised in true Kloovenburg style.

Kloovenburg White from Red Shiraz 2006

PH TA ALC RS
3.18 5.8 13.5 2.4

Sold out. Made from Shiraz grapes, this Blanc de Noir wine intrigues and charm with a delightful and promising pink colour fulfilled in a bouquet of red berries and interesting nuances of sweet spice. Fresh and dry, the palate follows through with ripe cherries delicately balanced by a crisp acid.

Limited stock. Only available on the estate.

Kloovenburg Chardonnay 2006

PH TA ALC RS
3.17 6.2 14.5 1.7

Sold out. Complex layers of citrus fruit enhanced by elegant oak delivers this well-structured Kloovenburg Chardonnay. A nose of intense citrus and hints of dried apricots intrigues and follows through on a silky palate finishing in a lingering aftertaste.

Kloovenburg Chardonnay 2008

PH TA ALC RS
3.52 5.9 14.0 4.4

Elegantly understated, this complex Chardonnay offers layers of dried apricots, compelling citrus and nutty nougat all beautifully integrated in a smooth but structured palate. Well-considered barrel maturation balances the quality fruit and concludes in a lovely lengthy finish.

Kloovenburg Chardonnay 2007

PH TA ALC RS
3.26 6.4 14.5 4.5

SOLD OUT. Ripe and complex with integrated citrus, dried peach and nuances of roasted nuts on the nose follow through in a smooth and superbly structured palate. Carefully oaked to balance the juicy fruit. The finish is sensual and the aftertaste lingering.

Kloovenburg Sauvignon Blanc 2006

PH TA ALC RS
3.10 6.50 12.00 3.90

Sold out. A crisp and fresh Sauvignon Blanc with a captivating bouquet of asparagus and cut grass, beautifully enhanced by notes of tropical fruits such as guava and gooseberries. Following through in a refreshing pallet, the aftertaste lingers with an alluring green character.

Only available on the estate.

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