Delheim Pinotage Rosé 0,75 l

Name:

Delheim Pinotage Rosé

Country of origin:

South Africa

Region:

Stellenbosch

Vineyard:

Double row bushvine Pinotage from west-facing slopes in the Muldersvlei bowl, producing + 10 tons per hectare; Muscat came from South-facing slopes higher up on Simonsberg Mountain.

Grapes:

93% Pinotage & 7% Muscat de Frontignan

Vinification:

Grapes were harvested by hand. Destalking and crushing followed by mash cooling. 4 Hours skin contact with enzymes, followed by pressing and overnight settling of juice. Cold fermentation with the aid of selected yeast strains. Fermentation was arrested by centrifuge to retain residual sugar.

Tasting notes:

Dry, radiant hues of pink with layers of strawberry and raspberry aromas. The wine is crisp with a refreshing finish.

Alcohol by volume:

12,5 %vol

Acidity:

6,5 g/l

Residual sugar:

6,0 g/l

Food pairing:

With salads, light dishes, pastries, cold cuts

Serving temperature:

8 - 10 °C

Bottler:

Producer bottled by Delheim, Stellenbosch