Hoopenburg Pinotage 2018

Tasting Notes
Analysis & Info

This vivid Pinotage with a bright Persian red colour displays aromas of red cherries and blueberry compote on the nose—an explosion of fruit and perfume. The palate further unveils depth of fruit with layers of ripe raspberry and plum. This wine is concentrated, yet fresh and elegant with delicate tannins.

Technical Analysis
alc	14.0
rs	3.1
pH	3.53
ta	6.0
Wine Information
Accolades
Other	The origin of this 100% Pinotage stems from a high-lying vineyard overlooking False Bay and the Stellenbosch hills. Early morning harvesting took place at a ripe balling of 25°. Cold maceration in open fermenters of the gently crushed and destemmed berries was allowed for 7 days before fermentation started. Pressing and ageing in French oak barrels followed for 10 months. Finally the wine was racked into a tank. No fining and very coarse filtration was done before bottling.
Winemaker	Neil Hawkins
Variety	Pinotage
BlendPercent	100% Pinotage
FoodSuggest	This medium bodied palatable wine pairs well with a variety of venison (e.g. springbok), carpaccio and rich salads.
Ageing
Style
body	Medium
style	Dry
taste	Fruity
type	Red
Type
Organic	0
Vegetarian	0
Pack
Closure	Cork
Pack Size	750ml
Pack Type	Bottle