R2,250.00
A beautifully balanced Pinotage, showcasing vibrant red berry flavours with hints of ripe plum, blackberry and gentle spice. Rich yet refined, the wine offers a smooth, velvety palate with elegant tannins and a lingering finish. Subtle oak influences add depth and complexity without overpowering the fruit.
100% Pinotage.
Full bodied red wine. Fruit driven food wine.
This vibrant garnet Pinotage reveals an inviting bouquet of ripe cherry, raspberry and juicy plum, complemented by subtle hints of blackberry and a touch of sweet spice.
The palate is rich yet elegant, with layers of red berry fruit unfolding across a smooth, velvety texture. Fine, well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity provide structure and finesse, carrying the wine to a long, refined finish with lingering notes of ripe dark fruit and delicate oak spice.
Soil: Low yielding, well drained vertical shale/schist
Yield: 6,4 tons/Ha
Aspect: West-North-West & East
Grapes were night harvested and picked by hand to retain flavours.
A 48-hour cold maceration period was given prior to fermentation to extract colour and fruit. Extraction during fermentation took place by doing manual punch downs 3 times per day. Skins were gently pressed before fermented dry. MLF took place in barrels. Matured for 22 months in 60% French and 40% American oak barrels. A total of 40% new, 30% 2nd fill and 30% 3rd fill barrels were used for ageing.
12 Years after vintage.
Enjoyed best served at 14°C.
| Residual sugar | 2.9 g/l |
| Acidity | 5.6 g/l |
| ph | 3.52 |
| Alcohol | 14.0 % |
| Appellation | Tulbagh |
