Allée Bleue Wines Black Series Old Vine Pinotage 2018
South Africa, Piekenierskloof
Description
Grapes were harvested, hand sorted and crushed. 4 day cold soak and then inoculated before regular punch downs. Pressed and straight to barrel. After maturing for 16 months, the three best barrels were selected to make this release. Winemaker's Notes All the berries are here, strawberry, raspberry, blackberries and plums. Wrapped in a layer of fine dark chocolate and offset with a touch of liquorice. The mouthfeel is soft and silky with just enough tannin. This wine will evolve and mature into something really special.
Awards
4.5 stars Platter's South African Wine Guide
Certifications
Alcohol
14.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard: Piekenierskloof
Un-grafted bush vines planted in 1976
Soil Type
koffieklip
Viticulture
Un-grafted bush vines planted in 1976
Vinification
Grapes were harvested, hand sorted and then crushed. 4 days cold soak and then inoculated before regular punch downs. Pressed and straight to barrel. After maturing for 16 months, the three best barrels were selected for this release.
Maturation
16 months in new French oak barrels