COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinotage
PRODUCER
Tall Horse Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Tall Horse Pinotage Rosé 2021 hails from the Western Cape, South Africa, a region known for its diverse microclimates that nurture the Pinotage grape. Tall Horse Wines is dedicated to producing unpretentious, quality wines, symbolized by the giraffe. The 2021 vintage was particularly favorable, with excellent weather conditions leading to ripe, juicy grapes. A unique aspect of this wine is its origin from Pinotage, South Africa's signature varietal, and the producer's commitment to sustainability through the use of lightweight glass bottles.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€6
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made from Pinotage, South Africa's own grape variety.
Fact 02
Features a distinctive 'sunset pink hue' from brief skin contact.
Fact 03
Producer uses lightweight glass bottles to lower carbon emissions.
Fact 04
The giraffe symbol represents the brand's connection to Africa.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Tall Horse Pinotage Rosé begins with hand-harvested Pinotage grapes from the Western Cape. The grapes undergo a brief maceration period of two hours on their skins, which imparts the wine's signature 'sunset pink hue' and contributes to its red berry notes. Following this, the juice is separated from the skins and fermented in cool cellar conditions to maintain freshness. The fermentation is intentionally stopped to achieve an off-dry profile with a residual sugar content of 9.5 g/l. The wine is bottled without significant aging to preserve its youthful vibrancy and fruit-forward character. The producer also utilizes lightweight glass bottles as part of their sustainability efforts.
