Glen Carlou The Glen Carlou Collection Pinotage 2023
| Producer | Glen Carlou |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Stellenbosch |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Body / Style | Rich & Savoury |
| Grape Blend | 100% Pinotage |
| Bottle Size (ml) | 750 |
| % Abv | 14 |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Special Features | Sustainable, Vegan |
| Extra Info | Rich, expressive Pinotage |
| Food Pairing Guide | Pairs beautifully with grilled lamb chops, smoky barbecue ribs and beef burgers, while its ripe dark fruit and subtle spice also complement bobotie, roast duck and mature cheeses such as aged Gouda or Cheddar. |
The Glen Carlou Collection Pinotage showcases a refined expression of South Africa’s signature variety. Aromas of ripe blackberry, dark plum and red cherry are layered with hints of mocha, spice and gentle oak influence from French barrel maturation. The palate is rich and full-bodied yet balanced, with polished tannins supporting concentrated fruit and well-integrated acidity maintaining freshness. Subtle smoky and savoury nuances add complexity, leading to a persistent finish. This is a modern, elegant Pinotage that pairs confidently with flavourful dishes and rewards short- to medium-term cellaring.
“Blackberry and plum flavours upon entry, this wine displays notes of graphite and black fruits, with subtle and supportive oak undertones, evolving with heady and evocative hints of Asian spice and black olive. Supple tannin and a core of minerality, this full-bodied, complex wine has a beautiful balance between fruit and wood showcasing a good tannin structure that will allow it to age extremely well.” (Johnnie Calitz— Winemaker)
Made from 100% Pinotage -Wine of Orgin Swartland. It is fermented in stainless steel and matured in French oak barrels, with a portion of new oak to add depth and structure, resulting in a full-bodied wine with ripe berry fruit, balanced acidity and polished tannins..
Old bush vines yielded fruit for this bold, yet precise example of distinguished Pinotage. Beyond challenges because of the remoteness of the vineyard, no irrigation and very old vines, they produce great quality wine. Concentrated fruit from vines naturally in balance gives the winemaker such an easy trade, when there is nothing to add and nothing to take away.
Hand harvested grapes fermented naturally in 2nd fill 500L French open-top barrels and transferred after alcoholic fermentation to all new French 225L barriques for 12 months. Our philosophy for Collection is one of minimal intervention during the winemaking process, as the wines are encouraged to develop at their own pace - a celebration of the hard work done in the vineyard and its terroir.
Glen Carlou is committed to sustainable viticulture and is accredited by South Africa’s Integrated Production of Wine (IPW) scheme, which promotes environmentally responsible farming practices.
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