Koelenhof Stellenbosch 1679 Old Vine Pinotage 2020

Full bodied, ruby red colour, aromas of fresh cherries and hints of spice accompanied by red fruit and mocha on the palate.

Game, beef and lamb dishes. Compliments infused spiced red cherry dessert dishes, Vanilla and cinnamon gelato enhances the red fruit and mocha. Also enjoy with various cheese and preserve platters.

variety : Pinotage [ 100% ]
winemaker : Nicholas Husselman
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 15.22 % vol  rs : 3.9 g/l  pH : 3.67  ta : 5.5 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  body : Medium  taste : Fruity  
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Cork  

AWARDS
2022 - Concours Internationalde Lyon - Gold

ageing : This excellent 2020 vintage will peak from mid 2022 to 2027 when tertiary aromas will start to develop.

Predominantly Tukulu and Dresden soils on a base of shale.

in the vineyard : 7 days on skins in open fermenters at 25°C

about the harvest: Smaller berries, with excellent colour and flavour intensity, harvested at optimum phenolic ripeness.

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