FOOTPRINT "The Long Walk" - Merlot Pinotage - Breedekloof - South Africa
FOOTPRINT The Long Walk - Merlot Pinotage - Breedekloof - South Africa
Bright red colour. A soft and fruity blend with a nose of berry fruits with hints of liquorice and spice. The palate is round and smooth, ripe blackberry and plum flavours of Merlot complements the red berry and spice flavours of Pinotage. Supple tannins and well balanced acidity with persistent aftertaste.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
SOUTH AFRICA
Western Cape
Merlot, Pinotage
Product Description
Description
Bright red colour. A soft and fruity blend with a nose of berry fruits with hints of liquorice and spice. The palate is round and smooth, ripe blackberry and plum flavours of Merlot complements the red berry and spice flavours of Pinotage. Supple tannins and well balanced acidity with persistent aftertaste.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
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Meat
Perfect for tapas, grilled meat and pizza.
Wine Facts
| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Merlot, Pinotage |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Country | SOUTH AFRICA |
| Winemakers | Mike Graham |
| Producer | African Pride Wines |
| Average age of vines | 12 years |
| Production method | 15tons/Hectare |
| Harvest method | Hand Harvest |
| Fermentation & maceration | Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks between 28-30degrees centigrade, maceration approximately 5days post fermentation |
| Aging | Stainless steel tanks |
| Alcohol | 14% |
| Mouth Attribute | Balanced, Round |
| Nose Attribute | Dark Fruit, Fruity, Spices, Liquorice, Plum, Black Berries |
| SKU | SA07 |
Vineyard Info
To place your footprint upon this world you need to leave the well-trodden path. It is this urge that embodies the essence of Footprint wines. Follow the footprint of our winemaker who journeyed through the vineyards of the Cape in pursuit of grapes with the character that makes Footprint wines unique and perfect expressions of the flavours and tastes of South Africa, whilst at the same time being effortlessly enjoyable.
Footprint vineyards: situated at 250m, the vines grow on trellises in the Breedekloof area.
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Bright red colour. A soft and fruity blend with a nose of berry fruits with hints of liquorice and spice. The palate is round and smooth, ripe blackberry and plum flavours of Merlot complements the red berry and spice flavours of Pinotage. Supple tannins and well balanced acidity with persistent aftertaste.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
-
Meat
Perfect for tapas, grilled meat and pizza.
| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Grape Varietal | Merlot, Pinotage |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Country | SOUTH AFRICA |
| Winemakers | Mike Graham |
| Producer | African Pride Wines |
| Average age of vines | 12 years |
| Production method | 15tons/Hectare |
| Harvest method | Hand Harvest |
| Fermentation & maceration | Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks between 28-30degrees centigrade, maceration approximately 5days post fermentation |
| Aging | Stainless steel tanks |
| Alcohol | 14% |
| Mouth Attribute | Balanced, Round |
| Nose Attribute | Dark Fruit, Fruity, Spices, Liquorice, Plum, Black Berries |
| SKU | SA07 |
To place your footprint upon this world you need to leave the well-trodden path. It is this urge that embodies the essence of Footprint wines. Follow the footprint of our winemaker who journeyed through the vineyards of the Cape in pursuit of grapes with the character that makes Footprint wines unique and perfect expressions of the flavours and tastes of South Africa, whilst at the same time being effortlessly enjoyable.
Footprint vineyards: situated at 250m, the vines grow on trellises in the Breedekloof area.