Technical Analysis
Previously Kaapzicht Pinotage, renamed 'Skraalhans',(lean stray) a tall gangly weed growing in the vineyards. The wine is produced from 20 year old bush vines planted in weathered granite soil.
Tasting note
This wine is dominated by red fruits with classic cherry and mulberry notes. With a vibrant palate and sweet tannins, this wine has a plush and bright finish
Vinification details
Grapes were machine harvested at 22.0 balling to preserve freshness and maintain lower alcohol. The must was inoculated with biodynamic yeast and only spent 3 days on the skins with two light pump-overs per day. After gently pressing, the wine is transferred to stainless steel tanks for malo-lactic conversion. After completion the wine is racked to 500L old oak barrels to age for 10 months
Technical Analysis
Previously Kaapzicht Pinotage, renamed 'Skraalhans',(lean stray) a tall gangly weed growing in the vineyards. The wine is produced from 20 year old bush vines planted in weathered granite soil.
Tasting note
New to the range, Smoky nose with notes of toast, cedar and blackberry jam. Lighter than the Rooiland with less Oak and tight raspberry/cranberry fruit on the palate.
Vinification details
This Pinotage was harvested at 22⁰B and fermented for 3 days on skins, to ensure light extraction and preserve fresh fruit flavours. After malolactic fermentation, the wine was aged for 10 months in old 500L barrels.
