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Izak's 177
Swartland, South Africa
Boundless, bold fruit, and full body
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Izak's 177
Pinotage
There are few better ways to experience authentic South African wine than our Izak’s 177 Pinotage. This is an immense wine packed with robust dark fruit flavors, enticing spice, and structured tannins, and each hefty mouthful delivers an excellent expression of this local grape. Since its creation in 1925 by Abraham Izak Perold, South African winemakers have attempted to master the Pinotage grape variety. This crossing of Pinot Noir and Cinsault can be finicky, but with a skillful hand, meticulous attention, and the right climate, the payoff is worth the struggle. Not only is our Pinotage’s flavor profile well balanced, but its refreshing acidity and structured tannins also make this wine the perfect partner to grilled meats and stews. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to SD.ABOUT THIS WINE
Izak's 177
Pinotage
There are few better ways to experience authentic South African wine than our Izak’s 177 Pinotage. This is an immense wine packed with robust dark fruit flavors, enticing spice, and structured tannins, and each hefty mouthful delivers an excellent expression of this local grape. Since its creation in 1925 by Abraham Izak Perold, South African winemakers have attempted to master the Pinotage grape variety. This crossing of Pinot Noir and Cinsault can be finicky, but with a skillful hand, meticulous attention, and the right climate, the payoff is worth the struggle. Not only is our Pinotage’s flavor profile well balanced, but its refreshing acidity and structured tannins also make this wine the perfect partner to grilled meats and stews. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to SD.
WINE REGION:
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
WINE REGION
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Hearty Soups, Smoked Brisket
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Hearty Soups, Smoked Brisket
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Hearty Soups, Smoked Brisket
Pairs well with…
Flank Steak, Hearty Soups, Smoked Brisket
TASTING NOTES:
Fig
Baking Spice
Eucalyptus
Serve our Pinotage at room temperature for optimum enjoyment. Uplifting aromatics of eucalyptus and fresh herbs accompany woody spice and clove on the nose. The potent palate offers a rich, full body with concentrated flavors of black cherry, fig, and bramble before a sweet vanilla finish and lingering tannins.
TASTING NOTES
Fig
Baking Spice
Eucalyptus
Serve our Pinotage at room temperature for optimum enjoyment. Uplifting aromatics of eucalyptus and fresh herbs accompany woody spice and clove on the nose. The potent palate offers a rich, full body with concentrated flavors of black cherry, fig, and bramble before a sweet vanilla finish and lingering tannins.
AWARDS:
Izak's 177
4 TOTAL AWARDS
92 Points, 2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
90 Points, 2022 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
AWARDS
Izak's 177
4 TOTAL AWARDS
92 Points, 2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
90 Points, 2022 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Izak's 177
Cape Town native Abraham Izak Perold played a significant role in his country’s rich wine history. After graduating from Victoria College in Stellenbosch, he traveled to Germany to obtain his Ph.D. in Chemistry. Upon graduating, Perold toured Europe, where he became fluent in many languages and familiarized himself with the historic wines of various Old World regions. Not long after his return to Cape Town in 1906, Perold was approached by the South African government; they requested he return to Europe, this time with the task of seeking out new grape varieties that could potentially thrive in South African soils. Perold returned to his home country with 177 varieties. Each of our Izak’s 177 wines is an exquisite local expression of its varietal. Our collection offers a glimpse into the history of South African wine and the boundless potential of Old World grape varieties in this New World wine region.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Izak's 177
Cape Town native Abraham Izak Perold played a significant role in his country’s rich wine history. After graduating from Victoria College in Stellenbosch, he traveled to Germany to obtain his Ph.D. in Chemistry. Upon graduating, Perold toured Europe, where he became fluent in many languages and familiarized himself with the historic wines of various Old World regions. Not long after his return to Cape Town in 1906, Perold was approached by the South African government; they requested he return to Europe, this time with the task of seeking out new grape varieties that could potentially thrive in South African soils. Perold returned to his home country with 177 varieties. Each of our Izak’s 177 wines is an exquisite local expression of its varietal. Our collection offers a glimpse into the history of South African wine and the boundless potential of Old World grape varieties in this New World wine region.