Hazendal Pinotage 2019

Prominent red fruit aromas of plum, red cherry and violets welcome the nose, while seductive smoky notes, tobacco, and dark truffle. A well-structured medium bodied wine. The fruit and oak components are married seamlessly. Luscious red fruit follows on the palate, with an enduring finish.

The Pinotage grapes are sourced from 3 different sites in the Bottelary Hills which are extremely diverse in terms of terroir. A wide variety of different slopes, aspects, elevation above sea level, soils, and the influence of both the False Bay to the south, and the cold Atlantic in the west, make for a very intricate array of micro-climates. These different conditions in turn yield a diversity of fruit characters and when blended, makes a more complex wine.The Bottelary area forms part of granitic hills and the reddish- and yellowish- brown soils are highly suited to the production of quality wine grapes. The soils are acidic, have great water retention capabilities and are well drained. Soil types include Oakleaf, Tukulu, Hutton and Clovelly.Vineyards in the Bottelary Hills are planted at varying heights from 150m to up to 400m above sea level. All these factors contribute to crafting unique, distinctive wines with a sense of place.

Food Pairing

Fire-grilled venison meats such as springbok or kudu loin, served with a rich butter jus.

The Estate 

Stretched across the Bottelary Hills in the Stellenbosch winelands, just 30 minutes from Cape Town, Hazendal wine estate is a world-class destination offering culture, cuisine, adventure and entertainment for the entire family. Hazendal Wine Estate is truly the ultimate destination for all your journeys. Their commitment to offering something for the entire family is at the heart of their identity. For those with a passion the world of food and wine, they have a wine tasting lounge and an unparalleled sensory experience, allowing for interactive food and wine pairing. Hazendal’ s range of restaurants caters for all tastes, from fine dining to casual deli experiences and flame-grilled delights that everyone can savour.

Alcohol: 13.18 % vol