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2020 Rijk's Private Cellar Pinotage

Estate: Rijk's Wine Estate
Region: Tulbagh, Coastal Region, South Africa


Tasting Note:March 26, 2024

Medium ruby red. Interesting nose with rhubarb and spiced herbs. Medium tannins (6.5/10) and a medium plus body. Well rounded with similar notes on the palate. Long finish.


Last wine at Rijks in Tulbagh and out first trip up here. This bottle is aged for 22 months in 60% French and 40% American oak barrels. A total of 40% new, 30% 2nd fill and 30% 3rd fill barrels.

Drink Dates:

2024 till 2030.

Rating:

92 points.

Price Point:

$ - Tasted at the winery. Retail price is R350.00 or around $18.40 a bottle.