Rijks Touch Pinotage 2023

A rich, fruit-forward, and robust wine, the bouquet brims with lush, blackberry and dark cherry aromas, accented by hints of pepper and a whisper of dark chocolate. The palate is velvety and indulgent, striking a fine balance between smooth, well-defined tannins, vibrant acidity, and intense dark-fruit flavours.

Serving Temperature Recommended to be served at 14°C.

variety : Pinotage [ 100% Pinotage ]
winemaker : Adriaan Jacobs
wine of origin : Tulbagh
analysis : alc : 14.0 % vol  rs : 2.6 g/l  pH : 3.54  ta : 5.8 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  body : Medium  taste : Fruity   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Cork  

ageing : Ageing Potential 8 Years after vintage.

Medium-bodied red wine. Fruit driven.

in the vineyard : Soil: Low yielding, well-drained vertical shale/schist
Yield: 6,4 tons/Ha
Aspect: west-north-west

about the harvest: Grapes were night harvested; picked by hand to retain flavours.

in the cellar : A 48-hour cold maceration period was given prior to fermentation to extract colour and fruit. Extraction during fermentation took place by pumping the juice over the skins 3 times per day. Skins were gently pressed before fermented dry. MLF took place in barrels. Matured for 20 months in 20% 2nd fill, 40% 3rd fill, and 40% 4th fill French oak barrels.

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