{"title":"Paul Cluver","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Paul Cluver wine\u003c\/h1\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"paul-cluver-village-chardonnay","title":"Paul Cluver Village Chardonnay","description":"What a beautiful expression of a lightly oaked Chardonnay! This Village Chardonnay from Paul Cluver is packed with citrus notes and has a fine, fresh acidity. It's a blend of various components, giving each batch a unique character.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Special wines from Elgin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Paul Cluver Winery has been among the top wineries in South Africa for years. The first vineyards were planted in the cool Elgin region, a small area in the Overberg district. This used to be an apple-growing region, but most farmers have since converted to wine growing. Thanks to its location in the cool area, near the sea, the wines are remarkably fresh and have just the right amount of tension. The family business is proud to have been a pioneer in this appellation.\n\n\n \nPaul Cluver currently owns 14 hectares of Chardonnay vineyards. The vines range in age from 4 to 34 years. The grapes are hand-harvested early in the morning, at peak ripeness. This Village Chardonnay is a blend of various Chardonnay grape components. The wine is partially fermented in tank and partially in oak barrels. Finally, some of the wine remains on the lees for 3 months, and the rest for 6 months. After tasting and blending, the wine is bottled upon approval.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The aroma and taste of Paul Cluver Village Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nPaul Cluver's Village Chardonnay emerges in the glass with a beautiful, radiant color. Upon pouring, its expressive nose is immediately apparent. Aromas of citrus, green apple, and white peach are clearly evident. This is complemented by light oak notes thanks to the partial fermentation in oak. These notes are also evident on the palate, with crisp acidity and a long finish with a fine minerality.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775846748239,"sku":"13819","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-village-chardonnay_13819.webp?v=1771589278"},{"product_id":"paul-cluver-estate-chardonnay","title":"Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay","description":"Paul Cluver's wines are renowned worldwide. Their white wines, in particular, are incredibly popular and top-notch. Thanks to the unique climate of the Cool Climate Elgin region, Paul Cluver vinifies wines with perfect acidity. Wonderfully fresh and beautifully balanced.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Hand harvest for Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nOriginally founded as an apple farm, Paul Cluver decided in 1986 to focus on winegrowing. Thanks to its location in the cool Elgin region, close to the sea, they produce wines of remarkable finesse and freshness. The vines are planted at an average altitude of 300 and 400 meters above sea level, with the highest vineyards reaching 500 meters. At Paul Cluver, they focus on producing wines that reflect their terroir. This results in wines with abundant fruit and strong character. Today, the fourth generation is at the helm and is eager to continue this mission.\n\n\n \nThe Chardonnay grapes are harvested by hand in the early morning hours. This allows the grapes to retain their freshness. The bunches are pressed whole. The juice is then transferred to French oak barrels for fermentation. To preserve freshness, the lees are stirred occasionally. The wine remains on the lees for a total of nine months. The winemakers then inspect the quality, and only when approved is the wine bottled.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The fresh and mineral notes of Paul CLuver Estate Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThis beautiful Chardonnay boasts aromas of fresh citrus and mineral notes with a hint of lightly toasted brioche in the background. These aromas are complemented by hints of vanilla and almond. These notes also come through in the palate. The fine, crisp acidity gives this Chardonnay a wonderful balance. This wine pairs perfectly with fish, poultry, and game dishes. The crisp acidity and the excellent balance of fruit and oak prevent the Estate Chardonnay from becoming too rich, making it also delicious on its own.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775846813775,"sku":"13820","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-estate-chardonnay_13820.webp?v=1771589270"},{"product_id":"paul-cluver-village-riesling","title":"Paul Cluver Village Riesling","description":"A beautifully expressive Riesling with a lovely balance of fruity notes and acidity. Paul Cluver knows exactly what the vines need, and thanks to the cool climate, the grapes can ripen perfectly.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e High reputation for Paul Cluver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nIn Elgin, one of South Africa's coolest regions, lies the Paul Cluver Winery. At a considerable altitude, the vineyards enjoy the perfect climate right on the coast. Thanks to the surrounding trees, the vineyards remain protected, resulting in wines with finesse and freshness. The estate was originally used for apple orchards, but soil samples taken in the 1980s revealed that the soil was perfect for viticulture. It is a true family business, which benefits the wines. This is precisely why the wines are so successful and why the company has such a high reputation. Each family member contributes their own personality and respect for nature. This has made the estate what it is today, resulting in beautiful red and white wines.\n\n\n \nThe Riesling grapes come from vines between 13 and 35 years old. To remove all traces of rot, a second sorting takes place in the cellar after harvest. The grapes are pressed after approval, and fermentation follows. The grapes from different blocks on the estate are fermented separately in large, oval oak barrels. Fermentation is stopped on a portion of the wine and later blended back in. This gives the wine its natural sweetness. The rest is fermented dry to add some complexity.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The pleasant taste of Paul Cluver Village Riesling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Village Riesling emerges with a bright color in the glass. The aromas are expressive, with notes of fruit and citrus blossom. On the palate, it offers a delicate flavor with lime notes and a pleasant texture. A beautiful interplay of fruit and pleasant acidity. A restrained wine with beautiful Riesling notes and a pleasant minerality. Thanks to the shale-rich soils, the wine has acquired great complexity and structure.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775885480015,"sku":"13821","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-village-riesling_13821.webp?v=1771589270"},{"product_id":"paul-cluver-village-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Paul Cluver Village Sauvignon Blanc","description":"Paul Cluver is one of South Africa's finest winemakers, excelling particularly in his white wines. This Sauvignon Blanc, from the Elgin Appellation, is wonderfully fresh and crisp. This is thanks to the cool climate in which the grapes ripen. It offers fine acidity and a creamy mouthfeel.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The perfect soil structure for Paul Cluver wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nPaul Cluver Winery, a true family business, is fully committed to producing world-class wines. Each one reflects the unique character of the cool-climate Elgin terroir. They are leaders in sustainable agriculture and pioneers in the Elgin appellation. It is a small wine region that was once apple growing country. The soil consists of shale and clay, which is excellent for aromatic grapes. Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Riesling grapes thrive here.\n\n\n\n Only the very best and ripest grapes are carefully harvested. The goal is to bring out the elegance, balance, and expression of the terroir. Therefore, the grapes are strictly controlled and sorted in the winery. The grapes are gently pressed and then undergo controlled fermentation in used wooden barrels. Finally, the wine is aged for another five months on the fine lees.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Enjoy the bright Paul Cluver Village Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThis clear Sauvignon Blanc appears in the glass with a green hue. Its delightful aromas leap from the glass. Passion fruit, berries, and grapefruit are clearly evident, complemented by hints of minerality. The nose also carries over to the palate, with just the right amount of complexity and length. This Village Sauvignon Blanc from Paul Cluver is fresh, with pleasant acidity and a lingering finish. Delicious with light dishes such as salads, light meat dishes, or a cheese board.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775845404751,"sku":"13822","price":12.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-village-sauvignon-blanc_13822.webp?v=1771589270"},{"product_id":"paul-cluver-village-pinot-noir","title":"Paul Cluver Village Pinot Noir","description":"An elegant Pinot Noir with abundant red fruit notes. This Village Pinot Noir is reminiscent of German-style wines. Soft and finely acidic, with a distinctly fruity flavor.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The family business Paul Cluver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nAbout an hour's drive from Cape Town, we find Paul Cluver's wine estate. It's a pioneer in Elgin, where the reputation of its wines has grown over the past 15 years. Originally an apple-growing farm, this changed in 1986 with the planting of its first vineyard. It's a true family business, which benefits the wines. This is precisely why the wines are so successful and why the company has such a high reputation. Each family member contributes their own personality and respect for nature. This has made the estate what it is today, resulting in beautiful red and white wines.\n\n\n \nThe soil consists primarily of shale with some clayey layers beneath. The vines vary in age, from 2 to 30 years old. To enhance the varietal character of the wine, slightly younger vines are chosen. The winery is sorted entirely by hand, after which the grapes are destemmed. The whole berries are transferred, without crushing, to the fermentation tanks, followed by a cold maceration. Fermentation begins immediately afterward. After fermentation and pressing, the wine is transferred to old French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and aging. The wine is aged for 10 months in French oak, adding complexity and smoothness to the wine.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The delicious aromas of Paul Cluver Village Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWith beautiful aromas of red fruit, this Pinot Noir immediately surprises you. Besides the fruity notes, there are also clear hints of spice, cherries, and ripe plums. The palate is soft and delicately acidic. Pleasant tannins and juicy fruit on the palate. The fruity notes, particularly plums, lead to a long finish.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775846518863,"sku":"13823","price":15.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-village-pinot-noir_13823.webp?v=1771589269"},{"product_id":"paul-cluver-estate-pinot-noir","title":"Paul Cluver Estate Pinot Noir","description":"A delicious Pinot Noir wine from Paul Cluver's beautiful vineyards. The grapes used are exclusively from Burgundian clones. The result is a fragrant wine with warm fruity notes. The flavor is fruity and smooth with a hint of oak, thanks to the oak aging.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The vinification of Paul Cluver Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nPaul Cluver Winery has been among the top wineries in South Africa for years. The first vineyards were planted in the cool Elgin region, a small area in the Overberg district. Formerly an apple-growing region, most farmers have since converted to wine growing. Thanks to its location in the cool area, near the sea, the wines are remarkably fresh and have just the right amount of tension. The family business is proud to have been a pioneer in this appellation.\n\n\n \nThe climate is excellent for high-quality Pinot Noir grapes. Temperatures are moderate and vary well throughout the day and night. When the grapes are fully ripe, they are harvested in the early morning. In the winery, the grapes are hand-sorted and then crushed. This is followed by a cold maceration process of 6 to 8 days. Fermentation follows, with the skins and caps being hand-immersed twice a day. After this, the wine is transferred to French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and aging. Finally, the wine is aged on the lees for 12 months.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The smell and taste of Paul Cluver Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWith a bright, dark red color, the Estate Pinot Noir radiates in the glass. The nose offers earthy aromas complemented by notes of red and dark berries. These notes are also evident on the palate, combined with savory notes and a hint of oak from its aging. The finish is long and lingering. Thanks to its natural acidity, this wine pairs perfectly with game dishes and hard cheeses.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775845666895,"sku":"13824","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-estate-pinot-noir_13824.webp?v=1771589269"},{"product_id":"paul-cluver-seven-flags-chardonnay","title":"Paul Cluver Seven Flags Chardonnay","description":"The unique climate of the Elgin Valley allows Paul Cluver to create exceptional wines with a pleasant acidity balance. These are wines with a European style, which is unusual for South African wines. The Seven Flags Chardonnay comes from 27-year-old vines, making it one of the oldest in South Africa. This Chardonnay has a balanced flavor with fruity notes.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Paul Cluver wines with finesse and freshness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nOriginally founded as an apple farm, Paul Cluver decided in 1986 to focus on winegrowing. Thanks to its location in the cool Elgin region, close to the sea, they produce wines of remarkable finesse and freshness. The vines are planted at an average altitude of 300 and 400 meters above sea level, with the highest vineyards reaching 500 meters. At Paul Cluver, they focus on producing wines that reflect their terroir. This results in wines with abundant fruit and strong character. Today, the fourth generation is at the helm and is eager to continue this mission.\n\n\n \nThe grapes for the Seven Flags Chardonnay are selected from the oldest Chardonnay vineyards on Paul Cluver's estate. The vines are located in the Elgin Valley and were planted in 1987 when the family business first began producing wine. The grapes are pressed whole bunches, after which the juice is transferred to barrels for fermentation. French oak barrels are used for this process. The wine spends a total of nine months on the lees. Malolactic fermentation is deliberately avoided to preserve the wine's natural acidity and freshness.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What does the Paul Cluver Seven Flags Chardonnay taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The wine has a pale yellow color with a green hue. The aroma reveals fresh citrus fruits complemented by a hint of oak. On the palate, it offers a pure flavor with great complexity, concentration, and texture. Complex yet elegant, it has a lingering finish. This wine pairs perfectly with fish, poultry, or pork dishes.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775847469135,"sku":"13825","price":67.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-seven-flags-chardonnay_13825.webp?v=1771589270"},{"product_id":"paul-cluver-seven-flags-pinot-noir","title":"Paul Cluver Seven Flags Pinot Noir","description":"A superb wine from cool Elgin, South Africa, this Seven Flags Pinot Noir from Paul Cluver. A full-bodied, robust, and spicy wine, yet with just the right amount of complexity.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e 11 months of wood aging for Seven Flags Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nIn Elgin, one of South Africa's coolest regions, lies the Paul Cluver Winery. At a considerable altitude, the vineyards enjoy the perfect climate right on the coast. Thanks to the surrounding trees, the vineyards remain protected, resulting in wines with finesse and freshness. The estate was originally used for apple orchards, but soil samples taken in the 1980s revealed that the soil was perfect for viticulture. It is a true family business, which benefits the wines. This is precisely why the wines are so successful and why the company has such a high reputation. Each family member contributes their own personality and respect for nature. This has made the estate what it is today, resulting in beautiful red and white wines.\n\n\n \nThe grapes are harvested entirely by hand at peak ripeness. In the winery, the grapes are rigorously selected and sorted. A six-day cold maceration follows. Fermentation begins spontaneously, followed by the addition of special Burgundian yeasts. The grapes are pumped over three to four times a day during fermentation. Finally, the wine is aged for a further 11 months in oak barrels with the lees.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The powerful notes of Paul Cluver Seven Flags Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Paul Cluver's Seven Flags Pinot Noir emerges in the glass with a bright red color. The aroma reveals delicate woody notes and aromas of mushrooms, dark chocolate, red berries, and cassis. The palate offers powerful notes of delicious red fruit, complemented by smoky aromas thanks to the oak aging. The finish is structured and delightfully complex. A beautiful Pinot Noir wine from South Africa.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775849697359,"sku":"13826","price":58.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/paul-cluver-seven-flags-pinot-noir_13826.webp?v=1771589269"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-paul-cluver.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}