Enciclopedia del Vino/Uvas tintas/Pinotage
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Pinotage

South Africa's own grape variety, created in 1925 by crossing Pinot Noir with Cinsaut. It produces distinctive wines ranging from fruity and accessible to bold and smoky.

CuerpoMedium
AcidezMedium
TaninosMedium
DulzorDry
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Pinotage was created by Professor Abraham Perold who planted the seeds in his garden and forgot about them until rescued by a colleague.

👃 Notas de cata

Sabores primarios

PlumRaspberryBanana

Sabores secundarios

CoffeeSmokeChocolateMarshmallow

Aromas

AcetonePaintBurnt rubber (in some styles)

🌍 Regiones vinícolas famosas

Stellenbosch

South Africa
Best expressions

Premium region producing refined Pinotage

Swartland

South Africa
Artisanal style

Old bush vines, natural winemaking

Paarl

South Africa
Accessible style

Warm region with rich, fruity wines

Western Cape

South Africa
Value wines

Broad region, diverse styles

🍽️ Maridajes perfectos para la comida

Bobotie
BBQ meats
Burgers
Smoked brisket
Spicy sausages

🌡️ Guía de servicio

Temperatura

16-18°C (61-65°F)

Tipo de copa

Standard red wine glass

Decantación

30 minutes

Potencial de envejecimiento

3-10 years

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