the grinder - tasting notes

GRAPE VARIETALS

100% Pinotage

THE VINEYARD

The grapes were sourced from three selected vineyard sites, two

situated in the Malmesbury area and the other in Riebeeck Kasteel.

The vines and all three locations are trellised and irrigated and

grow on high potential Malmesbury Shale soils.

HARVEST DATES

Mid to late February

Balling was between 25.5 to 26.4

WINE MAKING

The grapes were picked at full ripeness. The bunches were

destalked and crushed and were fermented for 8 days using

selected yeasts. The press date was determined sensorically based

on regular tastings. The wine underwent abundant wood

maturation using both French and American oak during

fermentation. The length of wood maturation and release dates

were determined by wood extraction and complexity. The

components were blended before bottling, receiving minimal

filtration.

A sumptuous up front nose of mocha and coffee beans is followed

through onto an invitingly rich palate, offering wild berry and dark

chocolate flavours.

FOOD COMPANIONS

Goes wonderfully with grilled meats, dishes with dark reduced

savoury sauces and smoked and grilled spare ribs. Also try with

dark chocolate..