Roodekrantz Wines
1976 Old Bush Vine Pinotage
Pinotage from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Roodekrantz Wines
We believe wines are made in the vineyard. Careful vineyard selection is therefore key to our results. Very close relationships with growers ensure sustainable vineyard practices and deliver consistent quality in the bottle. The role of the viticulturist is to guide our growers to produce the best possible quality fruit. In the ideal world the role of our winemaking team is to capture the essence of the fruit in the bottle. We do not believe in heavily wooded wines and use of “New Oak”. For us a barrel is largely a very practically designed vessel to facilitate the development of the intrinsic qualities of the grapes. So, it is all about the grape. We have access to some of the finest certified old vineyard blocks (older than 35 years) in the Industry. This segment of our business is becoming particularly interesting and we strive to keep these vineyards in the ground.
Description
Captivating, perfumed scents of red berries, red plums and a touch of spice, complemented by delicate oak nuances. On the palate, the wine shows good balance between the fruit, acidity and oak, with plush flavours or red cherries and plums. The sweet-fruited character of Pinotage comes to the fore on the finish, followed by a lingering smoky undertone.
Food Pairing
The bold fruitiness and smoky undertones pair exceptionally well with the rich, gamey flavours of venison, while the red berry and cherry notes complement duck with a sweet cherry sauce. Pinotage's spice and dark fruit nuances will enhance the savoury and aromatic qualities of a traditional Cape Malay Bobotie.
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