L’Avenir Single Block Pinotage

WINEMAKER’S NOTES
Nose
A symphony of violets, potpourri, dried cranberries and hints of dark chocolate. Fresh and inviting, yet complex, layered and intriguing.
Palate
Well-judged oak, fruit purity and textured richness are hallmarks of this world class wine. The palate is generous and complex, with fresh cherries and a subtle, sweet spiciness that distinguishes fine Stellenbosch Pinotage.
IN THE CELLAR
After being hand-sorted, destemmed and only lightly crushed, the grapes remained in a tank for three days of cool maceration, before fermentation started through natural yeasts. Fermentation took  place in stainless steel tanks, as well as a French oak barrels. The wine was matured in 300 litre French oak barrels of which about 15% were new. Only the best 14 barrels were selected for the final blend.
Ageing potential
20-25 years
Analysis
Alcohol: 14.9%
TA: 5.7 g/L
pH: 3.62 1
RS: 2.8 g/L
FOOD PAIRING
A fine choice for Peking duck or ostrich fillet with a cranberry reduction