COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
PRODUCER
Saam Mountain Vineyards
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Big Joe Barrel Matured Red Wine Blend 2023 from Saam Mountain Vineyards is a South African red wine composed of Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. The producer, Saam Mountain Vineyards, is a collective of forty South African growers located in Paarl, Western Cape. The estate, Eensaamheid, has historical significance as the site of South Africa's oldest registered building, established in 1688. This wine is a product of a region renowned for its viticultural heritage and diverse terroirs.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The producer is a collective of 40 South African growers.
Fact 02
The estate is home to South Africa's oldest registered building (1688).
Fact 03
The winemaker co-ferments Pinotage with Viognier for enhanced color.
Fact 04
The vineyard land is dedicated to wetlands, mountains, and fynbos.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Big Joe Barrel Matured Red Wine Blend 2023 is produced by Saam Mountain Vineyards. Key winemaking techniques include barrel maturation and the co-fermentation of Pinotage with Viognier, a method used to improve color and complexity. The grapes are sourced from vineyards across the Western Cape. The winery also emphasizes sustainability, with a portion of its land preserved for natural habitats and its farmers involved in biodiversity initiatives.
