Warwick The First Lady Pintoage

The First Lady range pays tribute to Norma Ratcliffe, the founder and first winemaker at Warwick Estate, and pioneering female figure in the South African wine industry. This Pinotage is a new addition to the First Lady family. The wine was aged for 14 months with various types of oak used, to add structure and body without overpowering the rich and juicy Pinotage flavours.

R129,00

Alcohol
13%

Region
Western Cape, South Africa

Variety
100% Pinotage

More Information - Warwick The First Lady Pintoage

Vibrant nose of rose petal, fresh currents, strawberries, cherry, and spice. The palate is bright with finely textured tannins, red cherry, strawberry, and ripe plums. finish. The finish, nice and dry with a hint of cedarwood and spice. Enjoy now or age for the next three to five years

Back Story & Wine Information

Warwick emerged on the forefront of South Africa’s wine scene in 1964 when Stan and Norma Ratcliffe bought the estate and started developing the land with an extensive focus on the classic Bordeaux varieties: Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Through determination and commitment, Norma Ratcliffe became one of the Cape’s first female winemakers – and one of its most illustrious wine personalities, whose legacy is immortalised in the Warwick “First Lady” range.The first wine under the Warwick label was released in 1984, then named “La Femme Bleu” – “Blue Lady” as it is known today. Two years later, in 1986, the Warwick Trilogy – a three varietal Bordeaux-style blend – was released and has since been recognised as a truly iconic wine, with multiple vintages adorning some of the greatest wine lists in the world. Throughout the years, Warwick’s wines have won many awards, firmly establishing the brand as a South African icon.