The prodigy, by definition, refers to a young person with exceptional qualities or abilities. The same attributes that you will find in this joyous Pinotage wine. Unlike his older siblings, the original Diemersfontein’Coffee/Chocolate’ style Pinotage and the Diemersfontein Carpe Diem Reserve Pinotage, this wine exudes the unique, youthful and vibrant characteristics of this truly South African varietal. As the new kid on the block, the Prodigy emanate rich flavours of dark red fruit like mulberry and black berry on the nose followed by strawberry, cherry and plum on the palate all wrapped in a subtle hint of a well-balanced oak component. South African staples, Bobotie, Bunny Chow and Braai, all beg for a glass of Pinotage. Its versatility makes it a great partner with roast duck, lamb casseroles and even Chocolate soufflé. Again, by the definition of the word prodigy – an outstanding example of a particular quality.

ABOUT THE DIEMERSFONTEIN THE PRODIGY PINOTAGE 2022

WINEMAKING	Pinotage grapes were harvested from various sites in the Western Cape at optimum ripeness, grapes are destalked, crushed and vinified in stainless steel tanks. Fermentation took place over a 7 day period, after which tank is pressed and return to undergo Malolactic fermentation. Once complete the wine is stabilised and stored until bottling.
TASTING NOTES	The Prodigy Pinotage emanates rich flavours of dark red fruit like mulberry and blackberry on the nose, followed by strawberry, cherry and plum on the palate. A delicate well balanced tannin structure follows through on the finish.
FOOD PAIRING	This wine pairs well with traditional braais or bobotie, roast duck or lamb and even (dark) chocolate soufflé. Anything that makes you a happy Diemersfontein Pinotage fan.

 

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

COMPONENTS	WINE OF ORIGIN	HARVEST DATE	YIELD
100% Pinotage	Western Cape	February 2022	7 Tonnes per Hectare

 

AEGING POTENTIAL	TEMPERATURE	ENERGY	PACKAGING
Mature for up to 5 years from harvest	Serve between 15ºC to 20ºC	(100 ml) E = 337 KJ / 81 Kcal	1175 grams per 750ml bottle with 6 bottles per case

 

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ANALYSIS

ALCOHOL	TOTAL ACIDITY	RESIDUAL SUGAR	PH
13.85%	5.2 g/l	2.2 g/l	3.58

 

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