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| La Vierge Estate, a place for serious wine-lovers |
| 07 August 2012 by La Vierge Wine Estate |
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| La Vierge is a private wine estate situated in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley. Overlooking the enchanting valley below, the estate draws its inspiration from its magnificent vistas and from the abundant freshness of the sea air, to produce a tantalizing selection of white and red wines. |
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The La Vierge crest takes its inspiration from the sketches and drawings of renowned British artist, Sir Michael Adams. Representing Adam and Eve, the crest delightfully juxtaposes innocence and indulgence with its image of Eve pondering the Serpent and Apple, mirroring the unspoilt beauty of the virgin
terroir which yields luxurious wines which match the verdant landscape.
The wines reflect this Garden of Eden theme, with names and styles suggesting a lush paradise intertwined with purity, simplicity, innocence and temptation.
The wines are a product of passion, commitment and faith: passion in the art of making beautiful wines; commitment to striving for new creative ways to enable visitors to enjoy the wines; faith in the seed planted and the growing into the grape, which holds the promise of the wine to come.
The La Vierge restaurant combines beauty, culinary indulgence and
unsurpassable views. Situated at La Vierge Private Cellar in the stunning
Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, the restaurant overlooks the picturesque valley with
its vineyards and farmlands as well as the Atlantic Ocean. The wine list is
focused on highlighting the quality wines produced from La Vierge. La Vierge
Restaurant is open for lunch Tuesday to Sunday. Private functions can be organised by request.
The trendy La Vierge Restaurant and Champagne veranda sets the stage for an
exquisite experience that combines beauty, culinary indulgence and
unsurpassable views. Situated at La Vierge Private Cellar in the stunning
Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, the restaurant overlooks the picturesque valley with
its vineyards and farmlands as well as the Atlantic Ocean.
This top destination with beautiful sweeping views of the Hemel en Aarde
Valley above the coastal village of Hermanus, famous for whales and wines
boasts a warm, friendly staff. Visitors can enjoy an exciting menu with
local seafood and game specialities and the tasting room with 10 to 15 wines
available for tasting.
The restaurant is known for its setting, view, decor, warm service and
quirky menu, artwork, tasting room, views, boutique wines and menu: venison
Carpaccio, grilled prawns, roast duck breast and oven baked line fish.
La Vierge Wines
Anthelia Shiraz-Mourvedre
Ancient legend calls the ability to see angels on earth 'Anthelia'. This
ability was reserved from a select few and usually occurred in a fabulous
shower of shimmering light. Such a celestial vision was a rare and
wonderful occurrence. One sip of Anthelia and you will see the magnificent
shimmering light and if you listen carefully, you will hear the divine
whispering of angels.
This wine expresses the typical contribution of floral and spice perfume of
Shiraz along with the textured and rustic notes of the savoury Mourvedre.
Enjoy with grilled duck, springbok and cheese platters.
Jezebelle Chardonnay
Jezebel, how many have you enchanted with your painted lips, your mysterious
gaze, your treacherous smile? Into how many dreams did you step with your
promise of sensual love? How many yearned for your perfumed breast? Your
nature has remained an enigma but the power of your legend lives on in La
Vierge Chardonnay, a wine with a delightful, distinctive and alluring
character.
The wine expresses the zip and texture of the clay based soils on the palate
and aromatic lime, white floral and mineral character on the nose. It
combines well with seafood and white meat dishes.
The Last Temptation Riesling
Time moves. Seasons change. Temptation remains. And things of the flesh
continue to delight as the deep valleys whisper of luscious fruits and
secret delights and you submit to the cool embrace of the ocean breeze. Ah,
Riesling, ah bliss...I dream of you on summer days. Crisp. Alive: The
dance of ages on your palate.
The wine expresses chiselled melon and terpene perfume on the nose with the
typical racy and textured follow through on the palate. Enjoy with spicy
and perfumed stir fry dishes and eastern salads.
Original Sin Sauvignon Blanc
The wine shows a concentrated tropical melon and pear drop, with a hint of
lemon grass character and a full mineral follow through on the palate.
Satyricon
Satyricon is a Latin work of satirical fiction written by Gaius Petronius in
the early days of the roman Empire. This rare example of a Roman novel
tells a story of lust, love and temptation through man's deliberate journey
to attain knowledge and wisdom, even if it is at the expense of his
cherished innocence.
This wine shows the gamy tea leaf character of Sangiovese, the red fruit and
spice of the Nebbiolo and the bright cherry fruit character of the Barbera.
Chunky tannin and a bright acidity will see this wine drinking well on
release and developing for at least 5 - 7 years. Enjoy this wine with
creamy pastas, mushroom risottos and cheese platters
Nymphomane
In Greek mythology nymphs are nature's spirits that appear as beautiful
young women, and personify the creative activities of nature such as being
associated with a life-giving spring or water source. Today nymphs refer to
maidens or young women who are ready for marriage. This wine leans towards
an elegant cool-climate feminine style.
This wine expresses the typical contribution of cassis and Bordeaux-like
herbaceous flavours from the Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, along
with the savoury red berry and earthy contribution of the Malbec. Bold
tannins and an elegant mineral core will see this wine drinking well on
release and developing for at least five to seven years. Enjoy this wine
with red meat, venison and cheese platters.
La Vierge Pinot Noir
Whether a mythically pagan goddess of feminine power as Isis, or the popular
Catholic depiction of the Virgin Mary with a darker complexion as reflected
in statues or paintings around the work, the Black Madonna or Blanc Virgin
is an apt name for our maiden Pinot Noir.
The wine expresses the typical earthy and savoury aroma of this fine
Burgundy variety and is backed by a red fruit character. Enjoy with
mushroom risotto, roast game, cream-based pasta and hard cheese platters.
La Vierge encourages consumers to enjoy their products responsibly. Products
are not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
For more information visit: www.lavierge.co.za |
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