Stellenbosch Pinotage "Seaward" 2023 - Spier

A South African red made from Pinotage, a variety created in 1925 at Stellenbosch University as a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsaut. Spier's wine is made from selected hand-harvested grapes, destemmed and macerated for several days, then aged 80% in French barriques and 20% in American barriques. It pairs well with medium- and long-aged cheeses and stuffed guinea fowl. Intense ruby red. The nose shows red berry fruit, black pepper, juniper, cocoa and chocolate. On the palate it is intense and pleasant, with soft, balanced tannins and good persistence.