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A Pinotage from both old and young vines on shale / clay – grown and made in Burgundy (Pinot Noir) style, in a cool Elgin climate. Matured for 10 months in French oak, 50% new. It’s a racy, cool climate expression of the grape, with tangy red cherry and raspberry fruit, stony intensity, whole bunch spices and a hint of good reduction.
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| Subregion | Elgin |
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| Pack Size | 1x75cl |
| Alcohol Percentage | 12.84 |
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| Availability | Immediate |
| Rating Agencies | Greg Sherwood, JancisRobinson.com |
Koen Roose has a formidable reputation for cool climate Pinotage from the Elgin Valley and this 2021 typifies everything that is great about Koen s classical winemaking prowess and the excellence of the cool 2021 vintage. The aromatics are bold and exotic with complex layers of coconut husk, sweet bruleed cedar oak spice, black plum, blueberries and a smoky wood ember intricacy. But its on the palate that you see the steely drive, focus and precision of the 2021 vintage to full effect, with the cool purple, blue and black berry fruits firmly anchored to a vibrant vein of bright, tart, tangy acidity. The texture is taut and linear, the texture intense, crisp, and piercing, with gently unfolding layers of dark forest berry fruits adding plenty of interest. This wine speaks with an accent of Old-World classicism, showing intensity and power with weightless concentration and a steely reserve. This is undoubtedly what premium Pinotage is all about. Drink now and over the next 10-15 years.
This little raspberry-saturated darling is wearing its Pinot Noir DNA on its sleeve – it is so finespun and translucent! Goose-feather tannins feathering lacy fronds of red juice across a canvas of gentleness. Light (oh-so-light) notes of white pepper, charcuterie and roses, paying tribute to its Cinsault parent, too. It s one of those wines that comes across as light (which it is) and simple (which it isn t) until you spend a minute or two, giving it a chance to gather itself, put its shyness aside. It s a wine full of quiet thoughts. And clouds of pepper on the finish!
