South Africa, Stellenbosch
Pinotage
Description
DESCRIPTION: A very complex wine with hints of red fruit flavours which reflects some Pinot Noir style elegance and structure. Big, bold tannin structures which are down played by ripe tannins and elegance. MATURATION: Matured for 15 months in 75% new 225 lit. French and 25% 2nd fill. AGING POTENTIAL: Can, under decent conditions, mature for at least 15 years. FOOD SUGGESTION: Red meat or spicy Asian style dishes.
Awards
90 pts The Wine Advocate Points
91 pts Wine Spectator Points
Gold Veritas
4.5 stars Platter's South African Wine Guide
Certifications
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
2.2 g/l residual sugar
5.2 g/l acidity
3.68 pH
Color
Apparent color: purple
Intensity: deep
Aromas
Wood: moderate
Taste
Acidity: medium
Body: full
Bottling
Size: 0.750l
GTIN: 6009801167121
Packaging
Bottles per case: 6
GTIN: 16009801167128
