Natural wine has no uniform definition. It is a general term used to describe artisanal wine made using organically and/or biodynamically grown hand-picked grapes which are vinified with little or no intervention. Winemakers often rely on indigenous yeast to catalyse natural fermentation, avoiding the use of any chemicals, additives or sulphites.
The result is wine which is alive, energetic, vibrant and unexpected – a welcomed contrast to the industrial practices of the wine industry. Valentina Passalacqua
Name of Estate/Domaine
Intellego
Vintage
2019
Tasting Notes
In this instance, facial hair symbolizes the three different styles of wine red(beard), rose (clean skin) and the light red(moustache). This wine represents the lighter red style and the word pink describes the colour as it’s a mix between a pink/light red colour. It’s luscious, red fruit driven with noticeable acidity.
*Natural wines are suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians
Country & Region
Swartland, South Africa
Grape/Blend
Syrah, Cinsaut
Terroir
The soil is decompose granite. Irrigation: dry farm
Vinification
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A short 3-day skin contact fermentation before continuing in small old barrels for another 5 months.
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Racked into stainless steel where it spends another 6 weeks before bottling.
- Indigenous yeasts.
- Spontaneous malolactic fermentation.
- No fining.
- No filtration.
Food Pairing
Fish dished, cheese, white meats, salads
