South African - Beyerskloof Pinotage Reserve 2008 Case of 6

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Pinotage is a red wine grape that is South Africa's signature variety. It was bred there in 1925 as a cross between Pinot noir and Cinsaut (Cinsaut was known as Hermitage in South Africa during that time, hence the portmanteau name of Pinotage).Purchase this wine online from australia's leading wine online store. A full bodied Pinotage with a deep purple colour. The perfumed berry and plum flavours are well balanced with complex aromas from new French Oak, hints of fynbos. A wine with powerfull yet elegant tannins and a very subtle yet well structured acidity. A long, lingering finish, a wine that could last in the bottle for at least another 8 - 10 years. A must with venison and game and especially red meats. Grape Variety 100% Pinotage Pinotage Reserve 2008 Climate Temperatures during the winter were mild. During the early growth season cool temperatures with good rains in October, November and December were experienced. Nearly no rain fell while cool conditions prevailed during the beginning of the month. During the latter stages of the month hot to extremely hot conditions were experienced. Temperatures in February and March were cool to normal with an above average rainfall. The season can therefore be summarized as cool with average to above average rainfall in the growth season and maturing period, with a heat-wave during the latter part of January. Soil Oakleaf Trellising Bush Vines Age of Vines 20 - 30 years old Yield 6.2 Tons/ha Vinification 5 days in open fermenters where the cap was punched by hand. Fermentation temperature was between 26 - 28°C. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel the wine is matured in 70% first and 30% second fill in French oak barrels for 18 months. Fine pinotage wine from South Africa