Barely translucent approaching inky garnet hues in the glass. Ripe fruit over smoke on the nose, complimented by rich plum and blackberry on the palate. Palate also shows a whiff of orange peel and coffee. Rustic, with Pinot Noir-like heft, a supple mouthfeel, lip-smacking fruit and a lingering finish.
Pinotage
13.8%
2015
Western Cape, South Africa
Two days cold soaking, followed by traditional maceration. Wine was aged on French oak staves for 12 months to impart an accessible, balanced wine with fruit-enhanced tannins.
Tiramisu, bacon anything, chocolate covered bacon, chocolate covered espresso beans, bbq, pulled pork, smoked gouda, BLT dip, lasagna, pizza with meat, sausages, kielbasa, blackened fish, roast chicken, steak
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In 1925, at the Stellenbosch University a Professor of Viticulture crossed Pinot Noir with Cinsault to create the hybrid Pinotage grape. This rustic-yet-sophisticated wine is love at first sip.
