After the first successful Pinotage bottling from 2015 (what is Pinotage ), we present the 2020 which arrived in Switzerland after 18 months of aging in barrels.
On the nose there is a scent of plums and black berries. Some cedar wood and nice vanilla notes. Some chocolate and banana on the palate. Pleasant but present tannins. Still a bit impetuous and youthful. It’s worth waiting another 2 to 3 years. The long-lasting finish is already a pleasure. A classic Pinotage that only the Cape produces. You should definitely cellar this wine.
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The wine is ready to drink but we recommend aerating it well, i.e. decanting it so that it can open fully. He’s increasing storage.
GIFT WRAPPING INCLUDED
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The wine can be drunk. We recommend aerating it well, i.e. decanting it so that the aromas can fully develop. It increases with 4 to 6 years of storage from the vintage.
WHY A MAGNUM BOTTLE CAN BE IDEAL
At 1.5 liters, a magnum is twice the size of a typical wine bottle. You can drink a magnum over several days. 1.5 liters make around 14 glasses of wine.
If it is a quality wine, after the bottle has been opened and you have had a glass or two, you can simply put the cork back in. Place the wine in the refrigerator. The cold prevents oxidation and, on top of that, the wines love a bit of air and really come into their own on the second or third day. Pour a glass full five minutes before continuing to enjoy it and the wine will soon have reached a temperature of around 17 degrees. Just right to enjoy!
Magnums are definitely a small niche – but it’s always worth storing a few in the basement. Because they age more slowly due to the lower oxygen to wine ratio in the bottle compared to standard 75cl bottles. Do the experiment, we hope you enjoy it!