2007 Nederburg Pinotage – Western Cape, South Africa

Hoist Nederburg’s Winemaster’s Reserve Pinotage in salute to the South African’s efforts at the World Cup. There is a lot to like in a full-flavored, yet simple, and enjoyable glass of red wine. It’s well balanced and spends some time with stainless steel and oak. Therefore, the wine is smooth enough for any wine newbie yet just enough tannin structure to be taken seriously. The fruit is really rich and maybe even mildly sweet. This wine would pair well with simple pasta and pizza. It has a modest 13.8 percent alcohol.

WHO: Nederburg
WHAT: Pinotage
WHERE: Western Cape, South Africa
WHEN: 2007
HOW MUCH: $12