Description
Description:
Ripe cherry, coffee bean and sweet strawberry flavours are complemented by subtle undertones of dried herbs.This Pinotage has a juicy mouth‐feel with supple sweet tannins.
Origin: Coastal
Climate: Mediterranean.
Viticulture: Older vines on sandy, clay soils. A combination of Paarl and Wellington fruit.
Vinification: Due to its thick and tannic skin, colour is extracted from the Pinotage grapes within the first couple of days of fermentation. Early pressed, immediate oaking and bottled 12 months later, this Pinotage is true to its varietal fruit character.
Blend: 90% Pinotage, 10% other (Grenache, Shiraz, Zinfandel)
Potential: 5 ‐ 7 years
Analysis: R/S (g/l): 2.4 pH: 3.58 TA: 4\5.5 Alc: 14.33%
Pairing: The fruity style of this wine makes it lovely on its own as well as an ideal accompaniment to lamb, spicy food and Italian dishes.
Price:
A$150 per case (12 x 750ml – A$112.50 per 750ml bottle)
