COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Pinotage
PRODUCER
Perdeberg Cellar
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Perdeberg Pinotage 2023 is a red wine from the Western Cape, South Africa, produced by Perdeberg Cellar. The grapes are sourced from the Paarl and Swartland regions, grown under dryland conditions on decomposed granite and sandstone soils. The 2023 vintage benefited from a cool growing season and timely rainfall, leading to an earlier harvest. Perdeberg Cellar, founded in 1941, emphasizes passion, innovation, and respect for the land in its winemaking. This wine is part of a collection designed for enjoyment with food and company.
ALCOHOL
13.4%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pinotage is South Africa's signature grape, a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault.
Fact 02
Dryland farming means the vines rely solely on natural rainfall.
Fact 03
Natural fermentation uses the yeasts present on the grape skins.
Fact 04
This wine is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Perdeberg Pinotage 2023 is produced using grapes from the Paarl and Swartland regions. The winemaking process begins with de-stemming and a two-day cold maceration to enhance flavor and color extraction. Fermentation is natural, utilizing indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks with regular pump-overs. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and is aged for eight months on American and French oak staves. The wine has a 13.37% alcohol by volume.
