Stellenrust Pinotage 2025
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Stellenrust Pinotage 2025
Established in 1928, Stellenrust is a family-owned wine estate in Stellenbosch, a region known for its diverse soils, mountain slopes and Mediterranean climate. The estate's Pinotage draws on grapes from the Helderberg Golden Triangle and Bottelary, two areas that bring different growing conditions to the blend. The coastal influence and elevation of these vineyards contribute to the freshness and fruit character associated with Stellenbosch red wines. The Stellenrust Pinotage 2025 is made by winemaker Tertius Boshof. Grapes are cold-macerated for 24 hours before fermentation in open stainless-steel tanks, with regular punch-downs during the four-day skin fermentation. The wine then matures for 12 months in convection-toasted French oak barrels. This approach combines the ripe fruit character of Pinotage with oak-derived texture and subtle spice.
Colour: Deep ruby red with youthful purple tones.
Nose: Raspberry, ripe peach and black cherry lead the aroma profile, with subtle oak nuances adding a gentle layer of spice and warmth.
Palate: Juicy and rounded, with ripe berry fruit and black cherry flavours. The palate has a generous fruit character, supported by gentle tannins and a soft oak influence. Its approachable structure makes it easy to enjoy with food or on its own.
Finish: Delicate and lingering, with ripe fruit and a subtle oak impression.
- Food Pairing : Stellenrust Pinotage 2025 is well suited to spicy Thai green curry, traditional Cape Malay bobotie, lamb chops on the braai, beef burgers or a hearty mushroom pasta. Its ripe fruit and supple texture work with the gentle heat of curry and the aromatic spices in bobotie, while the wine's oak influence and red-fruit character complement grilled meats and savoury dishes. The combination of fruit richness and approachable structure makes it a practical choice for everyday South African meals.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: Enjoy now or cellar for approximately 3–5 years.
- Vintage: 2025
- Region: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: Diverse soils.
- Sugar Content: 2g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14%
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