Darling Cellars Old Tractor Pinotage 2023
Pinotage
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Darling Cellars Old Tractor Pinotage 2023
Darling Cellars sits on the cool West Coast between Malmesbury and Darling, where the Atlantic’s influence softens heat and slows ripening, helping Pinotage retain vibrant fruit character and balanced structure. Vineyards comprise deep, dark decomposed granite soils and a high proportion of old bush vines that are dry-land farmed, yielding concentrated fruit with natural intensity. Rather than winemaking theatrics, Darling Cellars focuses on growing grapes that express place and vintage, and Pinotage from this region tends to be youthful, fruit-driven and reflective of the coastal terroir that defines Darling’s unique wine identity.
Colour:
Rich ruby-garnet with a vibrant core, hinting at ripe red fruit concentration.
Nose:
Forward aromatics of ripe plums and dark cherries sit alongside subtle spice and oak nuances, echoing the classic South African Pinotage profile with a savoury edge.
Palate:
Medium-to-full bodied, this Pinotage delivers juicy red and black fruit flavours framed by smooth tannins and gentle oak influence from barrel ageing. Texture is warm and inviting, bringing together fruit richness with structural poise.
Finish:
The finish is smooth and lingering, with lingering dark fruit and light earthy notes that carry through.
- Food Pairing : Darling Cellars Old Tractor Pinotage 2023 is a wonderfully versatile red that stands up to hearty, savoury dishes featuring grilled or roasted meats and rich stews. Its ripe fruit and modest tannic structure make it a good match for braaied lamb chops with rosemary and garlic, slow-cooked oxtail potjie or tomato-based beef casserole, where the wine’s plum and cherry notes echo the rich, savoury flavours on the plate. For something slightly lighter, this Pinotage also pairs nicely with mushroom risotto or grilled vegetable dishes accentuated by smokiness or herbs, as the wine’s fruit and mouthfeel balance richness without overpowering.
- Drink before: Best enjoyed now through 2026–2027.
- Vintage: 2023
- Manufacturer: Darling Cellars
- Region: Darling, Western Cape, South Africa
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 5 Stars
- Medals Won: 2025 Tim Atkin SA Special Report - 91 points. 2025 Veritas Awards - Silver.
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: Decomposed granite.
- Sugar Content: 3.7g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14.52%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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