Spice Route

Spice Route Pinotage

South Africa
South Africa, Swartland
Red wine
4.0
Expert Rating
3.9
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Spice Route Pinotage is a bold and characterful wine from South Africa, showcasing the unique qualities of the Pinotage grape, a varietal distinct to the country. Produced by Spice Route, known for their focus on wines that reflect the rich diversity of the South African terroir, this Pinotage is a testament to their philosophy. The wine is often appreciated for its robust flavor profile that combines fruit intensity with complex spice and earthy notes, making it a distinctive expression of South African winemaking.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Pinotage typically presents a deep ruby color.On the nose, expect rich aromas of dark berries, plums, and a distinctive smoky, spicy character, often with hints of tobacco and leather. The palate is likely to be full-bodied, with a concentration of ripe dark fruit flavors, complemented by notes of chocolate, coffee, and a well-integrated oak influence. The tannins are usually firm but smooth, contributing to a structured and lingering finish. Spice Route's Pinotage is a wine that pairs well with hearty meat dishes and is emblematic of the robust style of South African reds.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinotage
Pinotage
ORIGINS
Winery:  Spice Route
Region:  Swartland
Nestled in the heart of South Africa's Western Cape, the Swartland wine region is quickly becoming one of the country's most exciting and dynamic wine-producing areas. With its unique combination of topography, climate, and grape varieties, Swartland is producing some of the most interesting and complex wines in the country. Swartland has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the area in the late 1600s. The region was officially recognized as a wine-producing area in the early 1900s, and since then, it has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in South Africa.
CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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