Franschhoek Cellar Pinotage (Stone Bridge) 2022
Built in 1825, the scenic Franschhoek mountain pass boasts the oldest stone bridge still in use in South Africa. Pinotage is another home-grown marvel, and this fruit-driven example offers generous flavours of black cherries, clove and raspberry jam.
Rich & Savoury
£11.25
| Producer | Franschhoek Cellars |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Franschhoek, Western Cape |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Body / Style | Rich & Savoury |
| Grape Blend | 100% Pinotage |
| Bottle Size (ml) | 750 |
| % Abv | 14 |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Special Features | Vegan |
| Extra Info | Generous black cherries |
| Food Pairing Guide | Serve with grilled meat, gammon steaks or spicy sausages |
Franschhoek Cellar Pinotage (Stone Bridge) is a fruit-driven Pinotage, which offers a good, juicy glass of wine, as handled very gently in the cellar to preserve its generous aromas of black cherries, cloze and raspberry jam. A smooth and juicy palate, redolent with ripe mulberries, and glimmers of tobacco and spice from gentle oaking, is followed by an appealingly savoury finish.
The vineyards were planted on varied soil types that lend specific nuances and characters to each block of grapes, contributing to the complexity of the wine.
Gentle maceration to extract only refined and silky tannins and optimal colour was followed by French oak maturation for 8 to 12 months, to help smooth out the wine and allow seamless integration.
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