COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Pinotage
PRODUCER
KWV
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The KWV Café Culture Coffee Mocha Pinotage 2023 is a red wine from South Africa's Western Cape. Its unique identity stems from the winemaking team's exploration of oak's interaction with Pinotage, specifically using hard-roasted oak barrels to impart coffee and chocolate notes. The name 'Café Culture' directly references this distinctive flavor profile. KWV, established in 1918, is a prominent South African wine and spirits producer recognized for its heritage and innovative approach. The 2023 vintage is characterized by a notable increase in fruit, creating a balanced interplay with the wine's roasted elements. The grapes are sourced from contracted growers across the Cape Province, with a focus on the Fairtrade certified Rooidraai vineyard for this particular bottling.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Inspired by oak research, this wine's name reflects its coffee and chocolate character.
Fact 02
A special Pinotage clone (Pi 48) is used for this bottling.
Fact 03
Grapes are sourced from the Fairtrade certified Rooidraai vineyard.
Fact 04
This wine was a top seller for its producer in Sweden in 2023.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The creation of the KWV Café Culture Coffee Mocha Pinotage 2023 involves several key techniques aimed at developing its distinctive character. A special clone of Pinotage, Pi 48, is utilized, sourced from contracted growers across the Cape Province, including the Fairtrade certified Rooidraai vineyard. A significant aspect of the winemaking is the aging process, where the wine spends three months in medium-toasted oak barrels. Crucially, the wine's signature coffee and mocha notes are achieved by aging the Pinotage grapes on carefully hard-roasted oak barrels. The use of a specially cultivated yeast strain is also a notable element in the production process.
