Tasting notes:
Intense Brick red colour. Upfront fruit reminding of ripe cherries and strawberries. Followed by sweet vanilla pods and a some liquorice which are all true to the cultivar. The palate is rich, soft and very elegant. A full flavoured Pinotage which reflects the terroir and the cultivar. Will aged well for the next 3-5 years.
Vinification:
The grapes were sources from selected mountain vineyards in the Piekenierskloof for their intense flavours and character. After harvesting, sorting and cooling, the grapes were crushed and then put in the red wine fermenters and a cold soak done at @ 7 ºC for 4 days. After inoculation with yeast the pump over’s started intensely for only 4 days before pressing at 8 º B. This ensure a supple and smooth Pinotage. The finished wine underwent MLF in the barrel and further maturation for 14 Months before blending and bottling. Of the barrels used, 60% were new and the rest 2 nd and 3rd fill. We also use 10% America Oak in this wine.
Blend information:
100% Pinotage