Golden Kaan's 2022 Pinotage
The Golden Kaan Pinotage 2022 is a bold red wine
from South Africa’s Western Cape. It offers rich
flavors of blackberries, blueberries, and mulberries,
with hints of vanilla and spice. The wine has a
balanced, fruit-driven profile with a smooth finish.
Perfect for pairing with grilled meats, stuffed peppers, or hearty stews.
| Wine Style: Red |
| County: South Africa |
| Grapes Variety: Pinotage |
| Tasting: Full-Bodied |
Golden Kaan 2022 Pinotage
Wine Type:
- Type: Red Wine
- Varietal: 100% Pinotage
- Vintage: 2022
- Region: Western Cape, South Africa
Grape Variety:
- Pinotage is a signature South African grape variety, a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault, created in 1925 by Abraham Perold. It is known for its bold, full-bodied flavors with a unique mix of red fruit and smoky, earthy undertones.
Alcohol Content:
- Typically around 14% ABV (Alcohol by Volume), though this can vary slightly depending on the bottling.
Tasting Notes:
- Color: Deep ruby red with a youthful intensity.
- Aroma: On the nose, it often features dark fruit aromas like blackberry, plum, and black cherry, with hints of smoke, earthiness, and sometimes coffee or tobacco.
- Taste: A rich, full-bodied wine with ripe dark fruit flavors, complemented by a slight touch of vanilla, spice, and smokiness. The mouthfeel is smooth and velvety, with well-structured tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long, with lingering berry and subtle oak notes.
Production Methods:
- Fermentation: The Pinotage grapes undergo fermentation in stainless steel or oak fermentation tanks, with temperature control to preserve fresh fruit flavors.
- Aging: The wine is likely aged in oak barrels (both French and American oak), contributing to the complexity and adding depth through flavors of spice and subtle vanilla.
- Fining and Filtering: Some wines may be fined or filtered to clarify and stabilize the wine before bottling.
Ingredients and Additives:
- Main Ingredients:
- Pinotage grapes from the Western Cape region.
- Additives: Common additives in winemaking could include sulfites (used for preservation and preventing spoilage), but specific additives should be checked on the label or by the producer for more transparency.
- Most wines have small amounts of sulfites to help maintain stability, though some wines are made without added sulfites.
- Yeast used during fermentation is usually cultured to facilitate the fermentation process.
Food Pairing:
- Pairs beautifully with a variety of hearty dishes, including:
- Grilled meats (especially beef, lamb, or pork)
- Barbecue
- Stews and casseroles
- Strong, aged cheeses (e.g., cheddar, gouda, blue cheese)
- Spicy dishes such as grilled sausages or spicy BBQ chicken.