One of the most southerly wine Estates in Africa and one of the closest to the sea – Hamilton Russell has pioneered viticulture and winemaking in the beautiful, cool, maritime Hemel-en-Aarde Valley appellation, The Estate specialises in producing highly individual, terroir driven Pinot Noir, which are widely regarded as the best in South Africa and among the finest in the New World. A certain tightness and elevated length, balances the richness of this Pinot Noir. Not overtly fruity, soft and “sweet” showing hints of alluring savoury “primal” characters along with a dark, spicy, complex primary fruit perfumes.