Bellingham The Homestead Pinotage 2021

The wine presents an intense dark red core with a ruby rim, showcasing aromas of sweet spices, plums, and mulberries, complemented by subtle hints of vanilla. On the palate, vibrant flavours of ripe raspberry, strawberry, and black cherry are enriched by notes of licorice, clove, and cardamom. The well-integrated oak spice and exciting tannin structure add depth and complexity to the experience.

This succulent Pinotage pairs beautifully with robust meat dishes like roast leg of lamb, venison, and oxtail stew. It also complements hard yellow cheeses with a hint of sharpness, as well as dishes with a touch of spice, such as those from Mexican, Indian, and North African cuisines.

variety : Pinotage [ 100% Pinotage ]
winery : Bellingham Wines
winemaker : Richard Duckitt
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 14 % vol  rs : 3.5 g/l  pH : 3.5  ta : 5.6 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  body : Full  taste : Fruity   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Cork  

Named after Bellingham's landmark homestead in the Franschhoek Valley which was once home to the colourful Podlashuk couple. The original Homestead was where many successful vinous concepts were born. This range produces terroir-driven, site-specific wines of distinctive character and style, as well as a touch of the unexpected.

in the vineyard : Our vineyards are situated in the well-known Stellenbosch region, one of South Africa's leading viticultural areas. With cooling southwesterly breezes coming inland from the Atlantic Ocean and rich granite soils, this is the optimal spot for growing premium Pinotage.

about the harvest: Grapes were handpicked in February.

in the cellar : The grapes are meticulously handled upon arrival at the cellar. To extract optimal colour and flavour, the juice underwent gentle yet frequent punch-downs and pump-overs. This was followed by a light pressing before malolactic fermentation and maturation in French oak.

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