Touch Pinotage 2022
R1,290.00
Bottle Price R215 | Case Price (6 Bottles) R1290
The bouquet is loaded with ripe, brambly berry and plum aromas that are hit with complementary notes of black pepper and a touch of cocoa powder.
Cultivar
100% Pinotage
Characteristics
Medium-bodied red wine. Fruit driven.
Tasting Notes
A dense, full-fruited and powerful wine, the bouquet is loaded with ripe, brambly berry and plum aromas that are hit with complementary notes of black pepper and a touch of cocoa powder. The palate is plush and decadent, with superb balance between the supple yet structured tannins, ample acidity and bold black-fruit flavours.
In the Vineyard
Soil: Low yielding, well-drained vertical shale/schist
Yield: 6,4 tons/Ha
Aspect: west-north-west
Harvest
Grapes were night-harvested, picked by hand to retain flavours.
Cellar Practices
A 48-hour cold maceration period was given prior to fermentation to extract colour and fruit. Extraction during fermentation took place by pumping the juice over the skins 3 times per day. Skins were gently pressed before fermented dry. MLF took place in barrels. Matured for 20 months in 20% 2nd fill, 40% 3rd fill, and 40% 4th fill French oak barrels.
Ageing Potential
8 Years after vintage.
Serving Temperature
Recommended to be served at 14°C.
Analysis
| Residual sugar | 3.8g/l |
| Acidity | 6.0 g/l |
| ph | 3.49 |
| Alcohol | 14.0% |
| Appellation | Tulbagh |