Beyerskloof Pinotage 2003
Journalist: Jonathan Ray
Publication: The Daily Telegraph
13th May 2006
A cross between Cinsault and Pinot Noir, Pinotage is regarded as South Africa's "own" grape and has a notorious tendency to taste burnt-rubbery, tannic and heavily baked. But to my delight, the 2003 Beyerskloof Pinotage in my glass is juicily ripe, elegant, fruity and silky. This is far removed from the Pinotage of memory. Served chilled, it is also an excellent pipe-opener.