False Bay Pinotage

Man, oh man, this is so delicious and refined! It's no wonder this red Pinotage is a top-selling wine from False Bay. The big name behind False Bay wines is Mr. Paul Boutinot, who took over the Waterkloof Estate winery in 2004 after a 10-year search. He saw the beauty of the Schapenberg and the old soils, and he was smitten. He wanted to make his dream come true here, and he more than succeeded. The winery has continued to develop, and the vineyards are beautifully maintained. Paul drew inspiration from classic wines like Chablis, Paulliac, and Barolo, and you can taste that in his wines. No fuss, just an honest and full-bodied wine. In 2003, he appointed winemaker Nadia Barnard to assist him, a success story that never ends.

Wood aging for the False Bay Bush Vine Pinotage

What does Bush Vine Pinotage mean? Well, it's actually quite simple. The Pinotage plants aren't planted in rows, but rather as solitary plants. This allows the Pinotage grapes to develop better, receive more sunshine, and allow the wind to always do its work. The result is a fuller and more powerful harvest, albeit a lot of work. But as Paul himself says, it's all worth it. A wine after his own heart: full, passionate, rich, and robust! When the harvest is ripe, the bunches are harvested by hand. Each one is inspected, and only the finest are used in this red False Bay Pinotage. The juice is then aged for several months in oak barrels to give it more depth! Hats off to you, this wine is truly exquisite.

What does False Bay Pinotage taste like?

Upon pouring, we see a beautiful dark purple color with a slight red sheen. It has a rich aroma and gives us a very warm feeling of ripe plums and cherries, accompanied by lovely spiciness and notes of the oak barrel. On the palate, the tongue is teased by abundant black fruit and the lovely presence of nuts, spices, and vanilla. The finish is long and juicy with plenty of richness.