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Situated 160 kilometres from Cape Town, in the Breede River Valley between Robertson and Bonnievale, banks of scarlet cannas along the roadside distinctly mark the property, which has been in the Retief family for over three generations. The original farm was acquired in 1937 by Hennie Retief (snr) and renamed after Christina van Loveren, an ancestor of Jean Retief, who arrived at the Cape in 1699.
The beautiful garden surrounding the Van Loveren cellar is the result of the dedication of Jean Retief, mother of Nico and Wynand. Initially, only sweet fortified wines were produced on Van Loveren. In 1972 Nico and Wynand modernized the original cellar, which was built in 1963, introduced cold fermentation and started producing dry white wines. In 1980 these wines were introduced to the SA market under the Van Loveren label, and they are now available in all corners of the world.
Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the peace and tranquillity the garden offers – also to taste wines in a relaxed, informal setting under the large shade trees, each with a history of its own. |
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Van loveren blanc de blanc
70% colombar – 30% sauvignon blanc
The fruity character of colombar combined with grassiness of sauvignon blanc makes for harmonious, delightfully drinkable wine with fruity nose and dry palate. Exceptional lingering aftertaste. |
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Van loveren colombar
A Refreshing, boisterously fruity, off-dry white wine with prominent guava flavor, typical of this cultivar. |
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Van loveren sauv blanc
Typical grassy character, aromatic and full bodied wine with fine nose, hints of melon & figs on the palate, robust character and elegant lingering |
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Van loveren merlot
Lightly wodded, soft strawberry tones on the nose with rich, fruity palate and soft, well balanced tannins, ensuring early drinkability. |
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Van loverne pinotage
An elegant, varietal characteristic wine with flavors of ripe banana, figs and summer fruits. Fine ruby color and soft tannins ensure a smooth finish.
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