Pinotage is a red produced by Allée Bleue in Wine of Origin Franschhoek, Franschhoek, South Africa. Made from Pinotage. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Wine of Origin Franschhoek
Region: Franschhoek
Country: South Africa
Grapes: Pinotage
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
A South African red with juicy dark fruit character and a distinctive smoky, earthy edge typical of Pinotage. Medium body with soft-to-moderate tannins and a fresh finish make it an easy match for grilled and smoked foods. It drinks best with a slight chill or at cool room temperature to keep the fruit lively.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Pinotage
Pinotage is a red grape created in South Africa in 1925 by crossing Pinot Noir with Cinsault, and it has become the country's distinctive homegrown signature variety.
More wines
From Allée Bleue
- Cool Hills Sauvignon Blanc — Allée Bleue, Franschhoek
- Starlette Shiraz Rosé — Allée Bleue, Wine of South Africa
More red wines from Franschhoek
- Cabernet Sauvignon — Anthonij Rupert, Franschhoek
- Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon — Boekenhoutskloof, Franschhoek
- Lötter — Van Loggerenberg Wines, W.O. Franschhoek
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pinotage from?
Pinotage is produced by Allée Bleue in Wine of Origin Franschhoek, Franschhoek, South Africa.
What grapes are in Pinotage?
Pinotage is made from Pinotage.