Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.22%
Residual Sugar 2.77 g/L
pH 3.58
Total Acidity 5.52 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Pinotage
Pinotage100%
Region Coastal Region
Sites 66% Stellenbosch, 34% Darling
Fermentation Vessels Concrete Tank
Maceration 5 days
Production Details The Bernard Series Pinotage vineyards are situated in South Africa's cool climate growing regions, influenced by nearby Atlantic Ocean sea-breezes. Each lot was harvested separately, with the two regional sites hand-picked in the early mornings. The Darling vineyard block was harvested about two weeks after Stellenbosch. Fermentation took place in open-top concrete tanks with pump-overs and hand punch-downs every three hours. Minimal intervention ensured a natural expression of Pinotage, with pressing after a maximum of five days on the skins.
Tasting Notes
Nose: bright cherry, plum, raspberry, subtle spice, dark chocolate
Palate: bright cherry, plum, raspberry, subtle spice, dark chocolate, fine tannins, freshness
Food Pairing grilled lamb, duck breast, mushroom risotto, aged Gouda