Orpheus & The Raven No. 7 Pinotage 2023
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RATINGS
Vivino: 4.3 | Tim Atkin: 89 points
TASTING NOTES
Our No.7 pays homage to the Cape Rebel winemakers, who have persevered in creating Pinotage wines of distinction – through adversity and waves of criticism, they prevailed to afford Pinotage its rightful place on the world stage.
Grapes were sourced from the renowned sites of Simonsberg and Bottelary Hills in Stellenbosch, as well as the cooler slopes of Durbanville. All components were fermented separately, in a combination of stainless steel fermentors with pump overs, and open fermentors with punch-downs. A 50:50 split of French and American barrels used, 50% new oak. 18 months total maturation.
An amalgamation of berries on the nose: blueberries, bursts of raspberry, cranberry, and mulberry. The vivid fruit profile is heightened by an attractive perfume of violet and lavender,infusing the wine with an undeniable elegance. A judicious use of oak contributes toasty wisps, almond nougat and dark chocolate shavings. “Blind belief in authority is the enemy of truth.” Albert Einstein
Food Pairing
Matches beautifully with slow-cooked leg of lamb and roast potatoes, or with your favourite cut of beef steak.
Melodic Pairing
Title: Seven Nation Army
Artist: The White Stripes
Album: Elephant (2003)
The original no.7 Pinotage originated from seven different vineyard sites – a tongue-in-cheek reference to the seven nations that make up Jack White’s army! The label artwork, which denotes Pinotage’s battle to ascend the world wine stage, finds its echo in the band’s struggle with the choirs of hecklers deriding their success.
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TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
| Varietals | 100% Pinotage |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Residual Sugar | 1.9 g/L |
| pH | 3.52 |
| Total Acidity | 5.4 g/L |