Here's a Pinotage that proves this grape's mettle. It opens with a fragrant rush of wild cherry, raspberry and blackberry, threaded with rose petal and a faint olive savouriness. On the palate it’s bright and poised rather than heavy, layering juicy red and dark berries over a core of freshness, with fine, powdery tannins giving just enough grip. Subtle spice and earthy nuance add depth without stealing the spotlight, carrying through to a clean, dry, mineral-tinged finish. It’s a modern, more elegant take on the traditional South African variety.
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Winery Holder · Stellenbosch · South Africa · 🇿🇦
Grapes & Type Pinotage · Red Wines 🍷
Method Magic Holder Dorper Pinotage is a sleek, terroir-driven South African red from Holder Wines, the boutique Stellenbosch label of winemaker Reg Holder, who blends local tradition with global experience. Sourced from old-vine Pinotage on decomposed granite and shale soils, the grapes are picked at perfect ripeness, partially fermented as whole clusters in open-top fermenters, then aged in older French oak to highlight elegance over heaviness. The result is a bright, fragrant, and textural red, bursting with red and dark berries, floral notes, and a subtle savoury undercurrent, all carried on fine tannins and a dry, mineral-tinged finish. Dorper isn’t just wine, it’s Reg Holder’s passion project, a modern, minimalist take on Pinotage that’s fresh, expressive, and full of Stellenbosch soul.
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Great with Lamb Cutlets · Pork Chops · Duck Breast · Mushroom Risotto · Grilled Portobello Mushrooms 🥢 🍽️
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