The grapes for this Pinotage are bought in Stellenbosch, Bottelary Hills, hence why it is released under the '1900' range. Six days cold soak with 10% whole bunches after which spontaneous wild yeast fermentation started. After fermentation, the grapes were slowly pressed in a stainless steel basket press (JLB 5). Natural malolactic fermentation in selected old barrels. Barrel aging for 11 months
The wine shows a healthy red cherry color and the bouquet offers generous red cherry and strawberry flavours with a touch of mushroom and forest floor. This Pinotage shows remarkable evolution in aroma and palate while being stirred, with freshly picked black plum, graphite and our black olives. Like the previous vintage, it’s an elegant style of Pinotage (less new wood). Yet it is full throttle as well as subtle and smooth. In addition it’s a medium bodied wine with a dense, pure and wonderful acidity. A satisfying satin texture finishes this wine which can be enjoyed over the next 5 years.
Alc 12,85% - T/A 5,8 – R/S 2,2 – pH 3,48