Summary: La Petite Ferme’s THE ZA Pinotage 2024 is a strictly limited Collector’s Edition wine made from old bush vines in Piekenierskloof, Citrusdal. Only 866 individually numbered bottles have been produced, each signed by winemaker Wikus Pretorius and featuring artwork by South African artist Jolien Koen. The wine is available through La Petite Ferme’s online shop, with the first 30 collectors eligible for exclusive Founders Collection benefits.
Some bottles are made to be opened on a special occasion. Others arrive with a story that makes them tempting additions to the cellar.
THE ZA Pinotage 2024, The Collector’s Release, from La Petite Ferme aims to do both, bringing together old-vine winemaking, South African artistic talent and a strictly limited release of just 866 bottles.
Crafted from old bush vines planted in 1974 in Piekenierskloof, Citrusdal, THE ZA reflects the vineyard’s character and La Petite Ferme’s four decades of boutique winemaking.
- Winemaker Wikus Pretorius has shaped a blend of 95% Old Vine Pinotage and 5% Old Vine Cinsault into a wine described as intense and vibrant, with dark red fruit, ripe cherries and plum. Powdery tannins coat the palate, leading to a long, elegant finish. The winemaking process adds another layer to the story. The grapes were handpicked at between 23.5 and 24.5 Balling, then fermented in open fermenters for 10 days, with the cap punched down by hand every eight hours. The wine was subsequently matured in older 600-litre French oak barrels for 13 months.
The wine is only part of the appeal. Each of the 866 bottles is individually numbered and signed by Wikus Pretorius, making every bottle part of this inaugural release. After a purchase, the La Petite Ferme team contacts the buyer personally to select a bottle number and register their details, so that an official Certificate of Authenticity can be issued.
The original label also gives the release a distinctly South African creative identity. Designed by emerging artist Jolien Koen, the artwork celebrates the country’s landscapes, plants, birds, soil and vines. Koen’s design was selected from work by 13 final-year Illustration students at the Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography.
The project brings wine and art together in a way that supports the next generation of creative talent. A portion of the proceeds will contribute to South African art education and emerging artists, giving collectors another reason to appreciate the story behind the bottle.
THE ZA is also intended as the first chapter of an evolving collection. Each future vintage will introduce a new wine, a new artist and an original label, giving collectors the opportunity to follow the series as it develops. The first 30 collectors have the opportunity to join The Founders Collection, which includes a range of exclusive benefits:
- Priority selection of bottle number
- A signed Collector Certificate
- Dinner for two paired with THE ZA Pinotage
- Breakfast overlooking the Franschhoek Valley
- A preferred accommodation rate
- First access to future editions
For wine enthusiasts, the release offers a chance to own a piece of South African wine and art history from its very first edition. It can be enjoyed on a special occasion, kept in the cellar or become the starting point of a collection built around future releases. With only 866 bottles available and no repeat of this edition planned, THE ZA Pinotage 2024 brings together the character of old-vine Pinotage, a distinctive artistic label and a limited-release story. Collectors can explore the release through La Petite Ferme’s online shop and become part of the collection from its beginning.
Quick details
- Wine: THE ZA Pinotage 2024, The Collector’s Release
- Producer: La Petite Ferme
- Wine of Origin: Piekenierskloof
- Grape blend: 95% Old Vine Pinotage, 5% Old Vine Cinsault
- Vine age: Bush vines planted in 1974
- Winemaker: Wikus Pretorius
- Production: Strictly limited to 866 individually numbered and signed bottles
- Artwork: Jolien Koen, selected from 13 final-year Illustration students at the Stellenbosch Academy of Design & Photography
- Maturation: 13 months in older 600-litre French oak barrels
- Collector benefit: The first 30 collectors can join The Founders Collection
- Purchase link: https://shop.lapetiteferme.co.za/products/la-petite-ferme-collectors-edition-the-za-pinotage-2024?variant=50527134875904
FAQs
What is THE ZA Pinotage 2024?
It is the inaugural edition of La Petite Ferme’s annual Collector’s Release, combining South African wine, art and heritage.
How many bottles are available?
Only 866 individually numbered and signed bottles have been produced. This edition will not be repeated.
What grapes are used in THE ZA Pinotage 2024?
The blend consists of 95% Old Vine Pinotage and 5% Old Vine Cinsault.
Who made the wine and designed the label?
Winemaker Wikus Pretorius crafted the wine, while emerging South African artist Jolien Koen created the original label artwork.
How does a buyer receive a Certificate of Authenticity?
After purchase, the La Petite Ferme team contacts the buyer personally to select a bottle number and register their details for an official Certificate of Authenticity.
What is included in The Founders Collection?
The first 30 collectors have the opportunity to access priority bottle-number selection, a signed Collector Certificate, dinner for two paired with THE ZA Pinotage, breakfast overlooking the Franschhoek Valley, a preferred accommodation rate and first access to future editions.
Where can THE ZA Pinotage 2024 be purchased?
It is available through the La Petite Ferme online shop: https://shop.lapetiteferme.co.za/products/la-petite-ferme-collectors-edition-the-za-pinotage-2024?variant=50527134875904.
