Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards

Captain Anton Buzukov-Pinotage

2025 Silver Medal

Mike Scorpio - Export & Import CC


Mike Scorpio - Export & Import CC Captain Anton Buzukov-Pinotage
VARIETAL:
Pinotage

VINTAGE:
2024

MORE INFORMATION:
Tasting Notes: - Aromas: Ripe plum, black cherry, and mulberry with hints of mocha, cedar. - Palate: Medium to full-bodied with velvety tannins, vibrant acidity, and a lingering finish of dark berries and subtle tobacco. Catches the tongue well. We call this the Kudu Noir! - Style: Bold and expressive, with a modern fruit-forward profile Glassware: - Use a Bordeaux-style red wine glass: - Broad bowl allows aeration and aroma release Serving Temperature: Serving Temperature - Enhances texture and softens tannins

Pairing Ideas: - Meat Venison burgers, lamb chops, roast duck, beef stew - Game Kudu, oxtail, boerewors, and ostrich to really pair well with its tannin profile. - Cheese Aged cheddar, Gouda, Camembert - Vegetarian Mushroom risotto, lentil loaf, grilled aubergine

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