2022 Radford Dale Vinum Pinotage

Radford Dale was founded in 1998, by Ben Radford and Alex Dale. When Barossa-born Ben went back to his homeland some years later, Alex stayed on and decided to develop Radford Dale into one of the very best wine names in the country. A quarter of century of experimentation, discovery and development, moving towards sustainability in business and farming practice, towards an understanding of terroir and provenance. Early champions of Elgin Pinot Noir, they were the first producer for 20 years to plant Gamay and championed Pinotage as a variety that could exceed its reputation if handled sensitively.

The grapes for the Vinum Pinotage are sourced predominantly from a vineyard located in the northern part of the Stellenbosch region and are a quarter of a century old. The alluvial soil in this vineyard contains a high proportion of decomposing granite, which comes from the surrounding mountains. Pinotage is a relative newcomer to Radford Dale yet the varietal has become an important part  to look for purity of fruit and a freshness.

Tasting note: Deep purple in colour with a vibrant ruby rim. The nose reveals bright strawberries, plum and raspberry aromas, complemented by a subtle mineral freshness. Wild berry compote and dark forest fruits delight on the medium palate, before grippy tannins bring the wine to a clean, fresh finish.