Today's Wine Review
2020 Spier Pinotage "21 Gables"
Winery: Spier
Vintage: 2020
Wine Name/Vineyard: "21 Gables"
Wine Category: Pinotage
Grape blend: 100% Pinotage
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Stellenbosch
State or country: South Africa
Price: $40
Cases produced: 4,800
KWG Score: 91 (based on 2 reviews)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)
Review date: March 30, 2026
Wine Review: This slightly hazy and dark ruby colored Pinotage from Spier in South Africa opens with a black raspberry tea and pomegranate bouquet with hints of graphite and cranberry. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, very smooth, and zesty. The flavor profile is a graphite and plum blend with notes of oak and black pepper. I also detected hints of tea and blueberry. The finish is dry, and its managed dusty tannins show nice length. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Enjoy - Ken
Winemaker Notes: Deep ruby red, this is a Pinotage to sink into slowly. Notes of violet aromas and sweet, ripe blackberries and cherries which overlay a hint of graphite and all spice. Classic and full-bodied in style, the palate follows with dense, ripe, fruit flavors and velvety, smooth tannin. Pair a powerful wine with a big dish. Think sumac-dusted ostrich fillet, barbecued lamb chops or venison filet.
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