{"product_id":"snow-mountain-reserve-pinotage-2022","title":"Snow Mountain Reserve Pinotage 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eSnow Mountain Reserve Pinotage 2022 is produced by Snow Mountain Wines, a boutique producer based in Stellenbosch in the Western Cape. The winery focuses on crafting approachable, varietal-driven wines that highlight the character of classic South African grape varieties while remaining accessible and food-friendly. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eThe Snow Mountain range draws fruit from selected vineyard sites across the Western Cape, where warm sunshine and moderate maritime influences allow Pinotage to ripen fully while maintaining balance and freshness. Pinotage, South Africa’s signature grape, thrives in these conditions, producing wines with deep colour and distinctive dark fruit character. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eIn the cellar, careful bunch and berry selection is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks with regular pump-overs to build colour and flavour. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and spends several months maturing in French oak barrels before bottling, adding subtle spice and texture to the finished wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eDeep ruby with a dense, youthful core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eInviting aromas of red cherry, ripe plum and bramble fruit lead the bouquet, with subtle hints of smoky chocolate and gentle oak spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eMedium- to full-bodied with flavours of dark berries, plum and black cherry. The fruit is supported by smooth tannins and touches of mocha and spice from oak maturation, giving the wine both richness and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eSmooth and lingering, with dark fruit and a faint smoky note on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine-of-the-Month Club","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45221660852403,"sku":"RW2228PT58","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/SnowMountainReservePinotage2022.jpg?v=1768485158","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/snow-mountain-reserve-pinotage-2022","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}