Kloovenburg,TheVillageRedBlend2024

Get to know: Kloovenburg The Village Red 2024

A characterful yet approachable South African red wine from the heart of the Swartland.

Tasting Note

Kloovenburg The Village Red 2024 is a vibrant, easy-going blend that balances bright fruit with a subtle savoury edge. Deep ruby in colour with inviting aromas of red berries, cracked black pepper, gentle spice and a hint of wild herbs. On the palate, Grenache-led juiciness shines through with flavours of ripe raspberry, cherry and plum, complemented by Shiraz spice and a soft, creamy touch of chocolate from time in barrel. It finishes smooth and rounded with fresh acidity keeping everything nicely in check. This is a modern Swartland red wine that’s uncomplicated but far from boring.

Top food pairings:

• Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic
• Braised duck breast or venison sausages
• Savoury vegetarian dishes such as lentil bake or mushroom risotto

Kate Says

“This is a great ‘midweek but make it interesting’ red. It’s got enough spice and texture to keep you engaged, but it’s still really drinkable – the kind of bottle that quietly disappears with dinner.”

Producer Info

Kloovenburg is a historic, family-run estate in the Swartland with roots stretching back to the early 1700s. Now under the stewardship of the Du Toit family, the winery blends deep respect for tradition with a hands-on, low-intervention approach. Dry-farmed bush vines, schist soils and natural fermentations help create expressive wines that reflect the rugged Swartland landscape and its warm, Mediterranean climate.

How it’s made:

• Varieties: Grenache, Shiraz, Garnacha Peluda, Mourvèdre
• Hand-harvested in the early morning to retain freshness
• Natural fermentation in open fermenters with gentle pump-overs
• Extended skin contact before pressing to neutral barrels
• 10 months maturation in barrel before bottling

Good to know:

• Region: Swartland, South Africa
• Style: Red, dry, medium-bodied
• Closure: Natural cork
• Vegan: Not specified
• ABV: 14.1%
• Vintage: 2024

Why we love it:

This South African red wine is all about balance – juicy fruit, gentle spice and a smooth, food-friendly finish. A brilliant introduction to Swartland reds and a versatile bottle that works just as well with Sunday lunch as it does on a relaxed evening in.