Jacobsdal Estate Pinotage

Wine information: Jacobsdal wine estate is situated between Stellenbosch and Kuils River, on the slopes of the hills overlooking False Bay, which is less than 10 kilometers away. The estate lies on the extreme southwesterly edge of the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin Region. The Dumas family has been making wine on the estate for three generations and the present owner and winemaker is Cornelis Dumas assisted by his son Hannes. The Jacobsdal Pinotage, which is racked on the lees, is matured in small casks of French oak for 18 months, and is allowed to settle in the bottle before being released. The Pinotage variety is unique to South Africa. Jacobsdal Pinotage, a fine example of this variety, is produced from older vines, which lend character to the wine. It is wine of stature and complexity – particularly fruity, and an easy-drinking red wine with not too much tannin. The Jacobsdal Pinotage is dark ruby in colour with lighter edges. There are ripe berry aromas on the nose with prunes and a slight farmyard character with faint vanilla in the background. The palate is full-bodied and rich in character with a harmonious fruit / acid balance and a slight tannic finish. Try with game casseroles, red meat dishes, robust cheeses or chocolate.

 
     

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