Dorper Pinotage 2022

Aromas of used coffee grounds, dark red cherries with subtle sweet spice notes. A savoury palate, shy at first, fresh red cherries and raspberries, chocolate gateau balanced with firm tannins. Fresh red fruit on the finish.
 
Country: South Africa Region: Stellenbosch Grape: Pinotage
ABV: 12.5% Bottle Size: 75cl

A collaborative project between winemaker Reg Holder and viticulturist Etienne Terblanche to explore the potential of Pinotage in Stellenbosch.

Fruit is sourced from various old vine parcels located on the granite soils of the Simonsberg and Helderberg mountains. 

Grapes were picked at various ripeness levels in order to harness the freshness from earlier pickings and the flavour from later pickings. 

Naturally fermented in open top fermenters, with regular punch downs during fermentation. Aged for 12 months in old casks of various sizes before bottling with 9 months in bottle before release.