Release Notes:
Pinotage is Africa’s unique contribution
to grapes. A crossing of Cinsault with Pinot
Noir, it was created at Stellenbosch University
in 1925. Its wines convey wild mulberry and
blackberry flavors with hints of nut and toast,
and a velvety texture. Cape Haven’s example
is harvested only when fully ripe and matured
in French and American oak barrels. Careful
handling in the vineyard and cellar combine
to produce a seductive red wine.
Tasting Notes:
A dark garnet colored wine with an attractive red fruit nose. On the palate, ripe berries, cherries, vanilla and spice combine with smooth tannins. Impressively soft and approachable, this Pinotage is very versatile. It can be served as an aperitif or with barbecued ribs, game, burgers, pizza, stew, or even goat cheese. Drink now to 2009.
Winery:
Cape Haven is a new winery owned by the Brinks family, farmers in Riebeek Valley for over a century. Originally believed to be too warm for quality wines, the hills around... Read more
Region:
North of cape town, the coastal Swartland district consists of a series of hills and bucolic valleys. Although the mountainous countryside reminded the first settlers of Austria, the climate and vegetation... Read more
Country:
Overview
While South Africa enters an uncertain political and economic future, the wines produced around the Cape Town are becoming better and better. Many wineries now produce wines which are at the... Read more
