Spier 21 Gables Pinotage

WINEMAKER:

Johan Jordaan

ORIGIN:

Stellenbosch - South Africa

TERROIR AND WINEMAKING:

Dryland vineyards overlooking False Bay on the southern side of Stellenbosch yielded the fruit for this unique wine. Grapes were harvested by hand (to minimise damage to the berries) and chilled before bunch sorting.  After de-stemming, the berries were hand sorted to remove raisins, pink berries and large berries. Partial natural fermentation took place in stainless steel; the balance was inoculated with a particular yeast strain.  Free-run wine was drained to a combination of first and second fill French, American and Hungarian oak barrels where it matured for 18 months. Barrel selections were conducted to ensure a balanced, cool-climate Pinotage with great complexity and ageing potential. Scored 4,2 at Vivino. 

ANALYSIS:

APPEARANCE:

Dark red with a vibrant red hue.

TASTING NOTE:

Flavours of caramelised black cherries, hints of dark spice and dark chocolate. The full palate’s  smooth entry is followed by rich fruit and velvety tannins.