MIDDELVLEI PINOTAGE 2006

Middlevlei | Red Wines | South Africa | 395.00 CZK

The appearance is a deep ruby red with violet edges. On the nose you'll find sweet raspberry aromas with mulberry undertones and elegant oak spices. The palate shows a medium bodied wine packed with fruit flavours.

IN THE VINEYARD

The Pinotage grape is unique to South Africa and is derived from the noble Pinot Noir and Cinsaut (formerly called Hermitage) varieties. The Momberg's are one of the foremost producers of Pinotage wines.
At Middelvlei, 24ha are devoted to Pinotage, planted at 3,704 vines per ha. The vines, grafted onto Richter 99 rootstock, were planted in 1962, 1975 and 1996. The vineyards face west and are situated at an altitude of 160m above sea level. The vines, grown as bush vines, are severely pruned to inhibit their prolific growth.

THE HARVEST

Harvesting took place from 1 February to 16 February during the day, at an average sugar level of 24° Balling. The grapes were hand picked and placed in small baskets to prevent bruising.

BLEND INFORMATION
100% Pinotage