COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinotage
PRODUCER
Kleine Zalze
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Pinotage 2022 is a single-varietal expression of South Africa's indigenous Pinotage grape. Sourced from estate vineyards and long-term contract growers in Stellenbosch, the wine aims to embody the fruit-forward intensity of the New World with the elegance and structure often associated with the Old World. Kleine Zalze, with a history dating back to 1695, has been a significant player in modern South African winemaking since 1996. The winery is known for its dedication to quality and expressing the unique character of its origin. The 2022 vintage benefits from vineyards located near the coast, contributing to the wine's profile.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pinotage is a crossing of Pinot Noir and Cinsault, created in South Africa in 1925.
Fact 02
Kleine Zalze was named 'Top Performing Winery of the Year' by Platter's South African Wine Guide in 2020.
Fact 03
The winery's vineyards are managed with a focus on sustainability.
Fact 04
This wine is 100% varietal, highlighting the distinctiveness of Pinotage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Pinotage 2022 is crafted from 100% Pinotage grapes. The fruit is sourced from Kleine Zalze's estate vineyards and long-term contract growers, with a focus on sustainable viticulture. After hand-harvesting and careful sorting, the grapes undergo fermentation in small wooden vessels or a mix of open cement and closed steel tanks under controlled temperatures. The wine is then aged on fine lees for several months before being matured for 12 months in French oak barrels. This process aims to create a wine that balances fruit intensity with structure and elegance.
