2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 19.0%
Residual Sugar 72 g/L
pH 3.67
Total Acidity 4.58 g/L
Calories (estimated) 200 kcal / glass
150ml glass200 kcal
750ml bottle1000 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Pinotage
Classification W.O. Stellenbosch
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Hutton and kroonstad
Vine Age 22 years old
Fermentation Vessels Open-air fermenters
Maceration 3 days
Production Details Grapes were hand-harvested; colour extraction was performed by foot for three days in open-air fermenters. The wine was fortified on the skins at 10.5 Brix with pot-distilled Pinotage brandy spirits.
Tasting Notes Deep dark colour; vibrant plum and black-cherry aromas; strong upfront fruit with a solid core of black fruit, plum pudding and liquorice; good acidity, balance and a lasting aftertaste.
Food Pairing Dark chocolate pudding or blue cheese
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Beyerskloof, Koelenhof Road, R304, Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7605, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 865 2135
Owner
Beyers Truter
Cellarmaster
Anri Truter