Darling Cellars The Old Tractor Pinotage 2021
A Rich and complex wine with ripe plum and berry flavours, with underlying toasted oak notes finishing with a smooth and textured palate from integrated barrel maturation. These concentrated flavours follow through on the palate which gives this wine a rich and complex finish.
Analysis: Alc:13.65 RS:13.65 pH:2.70 TA:5.1 TSO2:30 FSO2:100
Winemaker: André Scriven and Maggie Immelman
Variety: Pinotage
Origin: Darling
Decades ago, a tractor launching a ski-boat off Yzerfontein was caught in a high tide and was never recovered – it can be spotted occasionally when tide is low.
Food SuggestionsPairs well with a beef casserole, roasted or barbequed lamb or any venison dishes.
In The VineyardOur farmers grow grapes on dry-land and deep-rooted bush vines. The wines reflect the ancient soils and coastal proximity for which the Darling region is so well known. In this individually crafted range, every wine tells its own story.Deep, dark coloured soils from decomposed Granite. Micro-climate positively influenced by the Atlantic with sunny days and cool nights.
The Harvest37-Year-old Bush Vines, no irrigation, hand harvested. Yield 6 to 8 tonnes/ha. Balling at Harvest: 25-27°B
In The Cellar2-day cold soak and then fermentation in open tanks with a combination of pump overs and punch downs. Aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels for 18 months.
Blend: 100% Pinotage
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Body: Full
Taste: Fruity
Wooded: ✔
Vegetarian: ✔
Closure: Cork
Pack Type: Bottle
Pack Size: 750ml
| Wine | Wine Maker | Main Variety |
|---|---|---|
| Darling Cellars The Old Tractor Pinotage 2024 | Maggie Immelman, André Scriven | Pinotage |
| Darling Cellars The Old Tractor Pinotage 2023 | André Scriven and Maggie Immelman | Pinotage |
| Darling Cellars The Old Tractor Pinotage 2022 | André Scriven and Maggie Immelman | Pinotage |
| Darling Cellars The Old Tractor Pinotage 2021 | André Scriven and Maggie Immelman | Pinotage |