Kanonkop Estate Stellenbosch Pinotage 2017

100% Pinotage

Fermentation took place in open concrete fermenters at 28°C. The cap was punched down manually every 2 hours and the juice was drawn off the skins after 3 days.
Matured for 16 months in 225L French oak barrels – 80% new and 20% 2nd fill barrels.  Bright ruby-red hues. A textbook Stellenbosch Pinotage with aromatic and spicy aromas of mulberry, raspberry and cinnamon. Muscular, well integrated tannins add great structure. Flavors of bramble, violets, plums and black berries are balanced by scented new oak. An elegant wine with savoury notes on the lengthy finish, and a lifting underlying freshness.  A fantastic food wine - serve with duck, game, lamb, smoked pork and Asian-style dishes.  14.5% ABV