{"title":"Survivor","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Survivor wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \nA winery with an idyllic story; we're always up for it. Survivor is one of those wines born from pure chance, boundless passion, and the unpredictable nature of nature. Thanks to these three factors, Survivor has grown into one of South Africa's largest wineries in just fifteen years.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The South African wines from Western Cape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The Nguni cow is prominently featured on Survivor's labels. It plays a vital role in and around the Survivor vineyards. This cow is still kept by the Zulu, the indigenous people of southwestern South Africa. One day, a truckload of cows was driving through the Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards in Swartland. One stubborn cow decided to jump out of the truck and make a fresh start in Swartland. After many years, the cow is now a distinct part of the Swartland landscape; they proved to be true \"survivors.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The wines of Survivor\u003c\/h2\u003e \nOverhex, the umbrella winery, produces Survivor wines. Despite being among South Africa's top ten wineries, it's still a relatively young company. The driving force behind its success is Gerhard van der Wath. This former lawyer was a true \"Survivor\" because making wine was a new challenge. One he's mastered with aplomb; Overhex now produces nearly 10 million bottles annually!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Buy Survivor wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The grapes for Survivor wine come from various regions in the vast Western Cape. The most striking are the vineyards in Swartland, one of South Africa's most impressive wine regions. It's primarily home to the local Chenin Blanc and Pinotage, but the formidable Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah also achieve great things here. It's no wonder Survivor Cabernet Sauvignon has garnered considerable international acclaim.\u003cbr\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"survivor-terroir-chenin-blanc","title":"Survivor Terroir Chenin Blanc","description":"This oak-aged Chenin Blanc from Survivor is undoubtedly one of the most famous wines from Swartland in the Western Cape. This successful white wine is thanks to Overhex Wines, as they own it. By pouring so much love and passion into the bottle, this is always reflected, says Survivor's winemaker. The label features an indigenous Nguni cow, the traditional cattle of the Zulu people. The cow is still found in the landscape of Survivor wine. This is thanks to a number of bold cows that jumped out of the truck as it drove through the vineyards. These free-range cows sought their fortune among the vineyards, making them a fixture in the winemaking landscape. It is this freedom that led Survivor to depict the cow on the label, but you can also taste a certain freedom in this white Chenin Blanc.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Wood aging for the Survivor Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThis white wine uses Chenin Blanc grapes from the Constantia vineyard in Swartland. They have a low yield, but the bunches that can be harvested are invaluable. The Chenin Blanc grapes ripen optimally thanks to the fresh breeze and ample sunshine. The grapes are picked in the morning to ensure they arrive cool in the cellar. After pressing, approximately seventy percent of the juice is aged in oak barrels in Survivor's cellars. After this period, all the barrels are combined to give the wine another four months of aging time. And yes, that's when the result is incredible, comparable to a top Sancerre.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e A wine with a kick, this Survivor Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nA Chenin Blanc with a kick, as it's lightly aged in oak before bottling. Yes, that's what makes it refined and spicy! Upon opening the bottle, we immediately notice a powerful aroma of cedar, citrus fruit, and a hint of vanilla. Pouring reveals a lemon-yellow color with green glints, and all our senses are stimulated. Swirl the glass gently and don't drink it too cold, as that's precisely when it releases all its beautiful aromas. Think of notes of apricots, lemongrass, ripe peaches, and passion fruit. The palate is soft and wonderfully fresh, with refined notes from the oak aging and plenty of fruit, such as green apples, passion fruit, and a hint of lime. What a fantastic Chenin Blanc! It's truly a wine!","brand":"Poot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775772430415,"sku":"8110","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/survivor-chenin-blanc_8110.webp?v=1770110756"},{"product_id":"survivor-terroir-chardonnay","title":"Survivor Terroir Chardonnay","description":"This Survivor Wild Yeast Chardonnay, aged for an impressive 14 months in oak, is pure craftsmanship. A truly unforgettable wine, and those who appreciate a full-bodied, thick, and creamy Chardonnay will be absolutely delighted with this white wine. Behind the Survivor winery lies the powerhouse Overhex Wines, and they're no strangers to us. They craft wines full of passion and fire, with a great deal of respect for nature. The label is also inspired by this, as in the foreground we see an indigenous Nguni cow, the traditional Zulu cattle. These cows can still be found among the vineyards today, a result of several cows jumping off the truck during transport. This happened years ago, and the cows sought their fortune in the Swartland region. These days, the indigenous Nguni cows are an indispensable part of the landscape, defining the landscape. The label's history is the inspiration for this cow, and it's beautifully executed.\n\n\n\n \u003ch2\u003eWood aging for the Survivor Wild Yeast Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The Chardonnay grapes come from various vineyards in the Swartland region, giving this white wine greater diversity and power. While all the vineyards in the Swartland region have very low yields, the bunches that are harvested are of unparalleled quality. Once the grapes have fully absorbed the surrounding environment and are ripe, they are hand-harvested early in the morning. Each bunch is inspected, and only the finest are selected to create this Survivor Wild Yeast Chardonnay. After pressing, this white wine undergoes a remarkable 14 months of oak aging in the Survivor cellars. And what a wine! Wow, a truly young one!\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Full and very powerful this Survivor Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nA full-bodied, powerful Chardonnay aged for 11 months in oak, and you can taste it! The aroma is full and powerful, with hints of apricots, roasted nuts, toast, vanilla, and yellow cream. The Chardonnay grapes are grown in the warm Swartland wine region, where they receive plenty of sun and develop into firm and plump grapes! This is clearly noticeable in the taste: full and powerful, with plenty of tropical fruit, apricots, vanilla, yellow cream, and a hint of lime zest! A truly exceptional wine.","brand":"Poot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775894196303,"sku":"8111","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/SurvivorTerroirChardonnay.webp?v=1771934778"},{"product_id":"survivor-terroir-pinotage","title":"Survivor Terroir Pinotage","description":"What a feast and a pleasure to drink, this Survivor Pinotage! The grapes come from the warm wine region near Constantia. Here, the afternoons are very warm, but the nights are cool. Ideal for the Pinotage grape, because the fresh breeze imparts a rich terroir to this wine. But even more importantly, Overhex Wines is the big name behind Survivor wines. The winery has a long history and a wealth of experience in producing top-quality Swartland wines. They craft wines with great respect for nature and history—which is why the winery features an indigenous Nguni cow, the traditional cattle of the Zulu people, on the label. Years ago, these were a number of cows that jumped off the truck while being transported past the vineyards. The cows were never captured, and they produced numerous offspring that still proudly dominate the landscape today.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Completely hand-harvested for this Pinotage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Pinotage grapes are grown on a 20-year-old vineyard located in Constantia, owned by DB Rust in the Swartland region. The climate here is perfect, with abundant sunshine and cool sea breezes. This creates an optimal environment for Pinotage grapes. Yields are modest, at just 7 tons per hectare. However, the harvest is of unparalleled beauty. The harvest is entirely hand-picked and strictly controlled. Only the finest bunches are harvested, which contributes to the quality of this Survivor Pinotage.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The best Pinotage wine from Survivor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe intense black juice is then aged in oak barrels for eighteen months. Almost exclusively French oak is used, with a tiny amount of American oak. This gives the Pinotage considerable power, and twenty percent new and unused oak further enhances this Survivor Pinotage. And yes, you can taste it in this full-bodied, powerful wine. The aroma reveals hints of black fruit, plums, cinnamon, pepper, and a hint of cherry. The palate is full of oak nuances, light spices, and a generous helping of black fruit. A Pinotage you'll never forget.","brand":"Poot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775772233807,"sku":"8113","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/survivor-pinotage_8113.webp?v=1770110757"},{"product_id":"survivor-terroir-syrah","title":"Survivor Terroir Syrah","description":"When you think of the Syrah grape, South Africa might not immediately spring to mind. However, the African country also knows how to handle this Rhône-origin grape. At Survivor, operated by the megalomaniac Overhex Wines, they've also given some less conventional grapes a place to grow. This is precisely what makes Survivor Syrah a pleasant surprise that you really should try.\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The vineyards of Survivor Syrah\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n To find the wine's origins, we only need to travel a short distance north from bustling Cape Town to the Swartland region. This area is the foundation of Survivor Syrah's immense success. Here, the winery boasts several leading vineyards, where the finest grapes are sourced. After harvest, some of the grapes are fermented in oak barrels. The entire juice is also aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. During this extended period, Survivor Syrah develops a rich aroma and flavor.\n\n\n \nThe cow on the label is a reference to the local Nguni cattle, which accidentally ended up among the vineyards years ago. They remain a part of the vineyards today. The winery decided to give these unique animals a platform, and that's precisely why this Nguni cow is featured on the label.\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Impressions of Survivor Syrah\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Survivor Syrah is definitely not everyone's cup of tea. It's spicy and challenging. It's ideal for the experienced drinker. The oak fermentation and subsequent aging create a vibrant bouquet. The aroma is reminiscent of fresh, berries like raspberries and dark berries, while a floral note of violets will bring a smile to your face. Thanks to the oak aging, you can detect many complex notes in Survivor Syrah's flavor, such as chocolate, black pepper, spices, and rooibos. Survivor Syrah is truly a wine to crack open on a rainy day.","brand":"Poot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775824662607,"sku":"12966","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/survivor-syrah_12966.webp?v=1770371111"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-survivor.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}