Description

Origin: Stellenbosch

Tasting Experience: Embark on a sensory journey with our Pinotage. This wine is renowned for its distinctive character, offering an array of flavors that entice the senses. On both the nose and the palate, you’ll discover an intriguing fusion of coffee, plums, and ripe black cherries. The wine’s aroma is intense, reminiscent of roasted coffee beans, while the aftertaste unveils a smoky mocha-java allure.

Analytical Details:

• Alcohol Content: 14.5%

Vintage Insight: The vines that yield this exceptional Pinotage thrive on the sun-kissed Southwesterly slopes of Stellenbosch Mountain. Here, the soil composition, characterized by red and yellow decomposed granite with a rich clay content, imparts unique character to the grapes. The Pinotage vineyard is graced with select clones, chosen for their ability to produce grapes of superior quality with lower yields per vine. The viticultural practices applied are rooted in principles of environmental stewardship, culminating in a harmonious balance of approximately 8 tons of grapes per hectare.

Fermentation and Maturation: The journey towards crafting this wine begins with the careful hand-picking and sorting of optimally ripe grapes, ensuring that only the finest fruit is selected for vinification. The grapes then undergo fermentation in open stainless steel tanks, accompanied by regular pump-overs to nurture and preserve the exquisite fruit quality.

Perfect Pairings: This Pinotage is an ideal companion for hearty red meat dishes, such as Oxtail Pot, succulent lamb, flavorful curry, game birds, spare ribs, and other meat stews. Its versatility in pairing makes it a delightful addition to a range of culinary experiences.