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Simonsig

Simonsig Redhill Pinotage

Name: Simonsig Redhill Pinotage
Brand: Simonsig
Price: 36.98 USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Stellenbosch

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.2

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Simonsig Redhill Pinotage is an exquisite South African red wine that showcases the distinct character and exceptional craftsmanship of Pinotage. Produced by Simonsig, a prestigious winery known for its commitment to quality, this wine hails from the revered Redhill vineyard. Situated in Stellenbosch, the vineyard benefits from a unique combination of cool ocean breezes and abundant sunshine, creating the ideal conditions for the Pinotage grape to flourish. The winemaking process involves meticulous attention to detail, resulting in a wine with a deep ruby color, enticing aromas of dark fruits, and a touch of smoky complexity. With its well-rounded structure, velvety tannins, and a long, satisfying finish, Simonsig Redhill Pinotage is a wine of exceptional elegance and depth, truly exemplifying the best of South African winemaking.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Simonsig Redhill Pinotage presents a bright ruby color in the glass, with aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry accompanied by subtle notes of oak and spice.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and well-structured, with ripe tannins and a lingering finish. Flavors of dark cherry, plum, and blueberry mingle with hints of toasted oak and clove. This is an excellent example of South African Pinotage.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

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2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Pinotage

ORIGINS

Winery: Simonsig

Region: Stellenbosch

Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim. Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.2

0 Reviews