Pinotage

- The grapes are from bush vines that were planted in 1995 on the Bottelary Hills. Elevation 270m – 300m on a westerly slope with a northwest to southeast row direction. One day of cold soaking before inoculation. 6 days of fermentation on the skins with regular punch downs. The fermentation temperature peaked at 29°C. Pressed at 3°B and taken to a combination of 225L and 300L French oak barrels. 12 Months in 100% French Oak. 70% First Fill and 30% Second Fill

Lamb shanks with rosemary potatoes. Flavourful and heartier pastas or rich beef ragu.