Details
A dense blood red, shimmering colour. Enticing, feminine perfume, Burgundian with savoury mushroom notes. The more you nose, the more comes to the fore. Silk smooth entry, but solid tannins, rounded, polished. Perfectly balanced and great depth. Spice, but also berries, violet and other florals. Great future of Burgundian complexity after maturation. Great wine. Pinotage at its peak, showing a remarkable elegance.
Good rains and cold weather occurred during the winter with early spring following. Early summer saw some moderate temperatures with periods of light showers. January was hot with some rainfalls whilst February was cooler with moderate rainfalls. March and April hosted very hot conditions with little rain.
In the cellare
4 days in open fermenters where the cap was punched by hand. Fermentation temperature was between 26 - 28°C. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel the wine is matured in 100% first French oak barrels for 19 months. After maturation only 20 barrels are selected for this wine.
Additional Information
| Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| John Platter Ratings | 5 stars |
| Winery / Producer | Beyerskloof |
| Winemaker | Beyers Truter |
| Body | Full Bodied |
| Maturity | Ready, but will improve |
| Grape Variety | Pinotage |
| Vintage | 2008 |
| Bottle Size | Bottle 75cl |
| Alcohol (ABV) | 14.50% |
| pH | 3.49 |
| Acidity | 5.7 g/l |
| Residual Sugar | 3.7 g/l |
