{"title":"Sonhoek","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Sonhoek wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \nSonhoek's vineyards are located in South Africa. Although South African wines are considered New World wines, wine has been produced here for almost four centuries. The most popular wine from Sonhoek is Sonhoek Chardonnay Viognier, but Sonhoek Shiraz Pinotage is also very popular. For this Sonhoek Chardonnay Viognier, we travel to the Western Cape in South Africa. The Sonhoek series certainly lives up to its name! These wines originate from a very sunny area. The grape variety used by Sonhoek is Pinotage. Pinotage and South Africa are like a marriage, as the Pinotage grape is the red wine of South Africa. You can buy Sonhoek's South African wines at competitive prices online in our webshop.","products":[{"product_id":"sonhoek-shiraz-pinotage","title":"Sonhoek Shiraz Pinotage","description":"The Sonhoek series certainly lives up to its name! These wines originate from a very sunny area. It's no wonder we've carried them in our collection for years. This series is also a popular house wine in hospitality settings. Many restaurants and bars serve this wine with the finest dishes. This Sonhoek Shiraz Pinotage is definitely recommended for dishes with red meat or pasta with red sauce.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The vineyards for this South African red wine \u003c\/h2\u003eFor this Sonhoek Shiraz Pinotage, we travel to the Western Cape in South Africa. Here we find the beautiful vineyards for Shiraz and Pinotage. The old vines have an average age of 25 years, allowing them to produce magnificent, full, and powerful bunches. The plants are planted in such a way that they optimally absorb the sun's rays and warmth, but also benefit from the pleasant breeze from the sea. This cooling is essential, otherwise the grapes would ripen too quickly. After numerous inspections in the vineyards, the winemaker finally approves the harvest in February. The grapes are harvested at night, according to the varietal, so that the skins are better protected against any bruising during transport. Once the grapes are harvested and pressed, vinification and blending take place.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Why buy Sonhoek Shiraz Pinotage? \u003c\/h2\u003eThe end result of all this effort is certainly impressive. The Sonhoek Shiraz Pinotage is a versatile red wine that easily adapts to many situations. Upon pouring, we see a beautiful ruby-red color with a slightly purple rim. On the nose, we noted aromas of ripe red and black fruit with a hint of spice. The taste is soft, ripe, and full. Again, plenty of fruity notes and a delightful finish!","brand":"Walraven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775779278927,"sku":"7419","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/sonhoek-shiraz-pinotage_7419.webp?v=1770110457"},{"product_id":"sonhoek-chardonnay-viognier","title":"Sonhoek Chardonnay Viognier","description":"For this Sonhoek Chardonnay Viognier, we travel to the Western Cape in South Africa. Here we find the beautiful vineyards for both Chardonnay and Viognier grapes. The old vines have an average age of 25 years, allowing them to produce magnificent, full, and powerful bunches. The plants are planted in such a way that they optimally absorb the sun's rays and warmth, but also benefit from the wonderful breeze from the sea. This cooling is essential, otherwise the grapes would ripen too quickly. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 500 meters, allowing all these influences to perfectly combine. Harvesting begins when both grape varieties are perfectly ripe. This is carried out entirely mechanically. After vinification, the final blend is created, with the Chardonnay predominating. This gives the wine its wonderfully full-bodied characteristics.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Why buy Sonhoek Chardonnay Viognier? \u003c\/h2\u003eWhat a gem this Sonhoek Chardonnay Viognier from South Africa is! Upon pouring, we immediately see the Chardonnay influences. The color is straw yellow with a beautiful golden sheen. A lovely, mild wine with aromas of tropical fruit, peaches, and mango. The palate is soft and refined, with the tropical fruit influences combined with the mango and peach nuances. The finish is smooth and mild. A lovely, mildly dry wine with pleasant depth.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Well-known house wine from the catering industry\u003c\/h2\u003e The Sonhoek series certainly lives up to its name! These wines come from a very sunny background. It's no wonder we've been carrying them in our collection for years. This series is also a popular house wine in hospitality settings. Many restaurants and bars serve this wine with the finest dishes. This Sonhoek Chardonnay Viognier is highly recommended for dishes like fried fish or a salad nicoise!","brand":"Walraven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775769645135,"sku":"7506","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/sonhoek-chardonnay-viognier_7506.webp?v=1770110483"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-sonhoek.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}