South Africa, Stellenbosch
Pinotage
Description
The wine displays an inky black centre with a bright rim. Attractive black berry and plum flavours with hints of cinnamon spice. Vivacious layers of black cherry and vanilla coats the palate. The wine is full yet elegant, with smooth textures and a lingering finish.
Awards
4.5 stars Platter's South African Wine Guide
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
{0} g/l residual sugar
{0} g/l acidity
Vinification
Crushing and destemming to two open top fermenters. Fermentation temperature peaked at 28°C. Pressed after 6 days on the skins, alcoholic fermentation finished in the tank. Malolactic fermentation occurred in tank. Wine received 4 rackings before bottling.
Maturation
15 months oaking. 79% French Oak, 21% American White Oak. 80% New Oak 20% Second Fill.
