Description
Pinotage is one of the most important red varietals produced in South Africa and Backsberg has been touted as one of the very best at crafting this complex red. This one is full of ripe mulberry and sweet strawberry with a hint of herbs. It has a juicy mouthfeel with supple “sweet” tannins.

 All of the red wines are aged in French oak barrels for a period of 12 to 18 months with new barrels being introduced annually into the barrel stock to ensure the appropriate oak balance in the younger wines.

Origin
Backsberg is has been producing wines in South Africa since 1916 and have achieved star status in the country and around the world by combining modern winemaking technology with careful handling of the grapes and the very best of traditional winemaking procedures.

 Pinotage is a grape that is extremely well suited to South Africa and is actually hybrid created from southern France’s Cinsault and Pinot Noir.

Food Parings
The sweet, fruity style makes it a lovely wine to enjoy on its own as well as an ideal accompaniment to a variety of lamb dishes, roasted venison or your occasional medium rare grilled water buffalo.

Pronunciation:
Backs Burg Pee No Tahg