Posted by Nande Bija on
08 August 2023 8:20 AM
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And just like that, harvest 2023 has officially come to an end. There has been a lot of activity around here over the past month and a half. Grapes have been hand picked, hand sorted, fermented, pressed, and transferred to barrel.
Many long nights and days of running on very little sleep are all worth it in the end.
The team and vines are now getting a well deserved break as we reflect on what was yet another successful harvest.
The quality of the grapes received this year was excellent. There was an overall improvement in the analysis of the bunches. We had four of our new young blocks that came into production, which meant that we got sixty more tons than usual. We were also very happy with these new younger blocks as they are looking very promising.
This year the weather conditions were perfect for picking and we finished just in time for the unexpected summer rains. We were also very lucky not to deal with any diseases in the vineyards.
Although we had a bit of a build up towards the end of harvest, with many of the blocks needing to be picked at the same time, with hard work
from our field and picking team as well as our cellar team, we managed to get all the grapes down in time.
It is still quite something to look back on a successful harvest, as it is the height of months of hard work, long days and serious preparation all executed in this moment. But with the team
behind Rijk’s we can always say “We love it when a plan comes together”.
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Posted by Nande Bija on
08 August 2023 8:15 AM
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Rijk’s is situated in the Tulbagh Valley, 120km North East of Cape Town. We are a family-owned estate where good wine, food, family and friends come together. Sustainably farmed with a vision for the future, the Estate continually produces award winning wines. Guests are invited to join us for a wine tasting, enjoy a meal at the restaurant or stay over in our boutique hotel.
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Posted by Nande Bija on
03 August 2023 11:15 AM
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Terroir driven flinty character together with intense yellow fruit aromas of peach, nectarines and orange blossoms. These aromas carry through onto a creamy palate that finishes with a lively acidity with hints of ginger and a leesy complexity. This wine has an excellent ageing potential and superb versatility with a wide variety of dishes.
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Rik's homemade beef burger is served on a traditional Roosterkoek. This square shaped bread dough is freshly baked over open coals in a grid. Our burgers are accompanied by a side of fries and there is the option to add on bacon, feta or avocado.
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We are very pleased to announce that we’ve picked up another accolade. Our 2013 Private Cellar Pinotage has been included in the Absa Vintage Pinotage Excellence Awards, a ground-breaking initiative that celebrates the artistry and outstanding craftsmanship of South African winemakers.
In its first year with a fresh approach, the awards have evolved from the Absa Top 10 Pinotage awards to focus on judging Vintage wines separately. This innovative decision was made in collaboration with the esteemed Institute of Cape Wine Masters, ensuring the utmost integrity and expertise in the evaluation process.
The Absa Vintage Pinotage Excellence Awards have attracted a panel of distinguished judges renowned for their discerning palates and extensive knowledge of the wine industry. The esteemed judging panel includes Bennie Howard, Anton Swarts, Christine Rudman, Colin Frith, and Sandy Harper, each bringing their expertise and passion to the evaluation process. Their collective experience and deep understanding of the nuances of Pinotage have ensured a rigorous and fair assessment of the nominees.
To be featured in the Top 10 out of 34 outstanding vintage wine entries is an honour and we’ll be celebrating with a toast to this amazing and unique grape we work with. Congrats to all of the winners. Cheers
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