Simonsig Pinotage 750ml

About the Producer: Simonsig Wine Estate

Simonsig Wine Estate is a wine producer located in the Stellenbosch region on the west coast of South Africa. It produces a wide selection of classic South African wines, including Chenin Blanc, Shiraz and Pinotage, but is best known for producing the first sparkling wine, Méthode Cap Classique, in South Africa, in 1971. It became Simonsig in 1964. Malan was one of the founders of the Stellenbosch Wine Route and also the first sparkling wine in South Africa. Frans, his sons Peter, François and current winemaker Johan continue operations at the winery. Simonsig's flagship wine is a Bordeaux blend called Tiara, which was first produced in 1990. Merindol, Chenin Blanc oak, aptly named Chenin Avec Chêne, full-bodied Aurum Chardonnay, Pinotage, the first red wine launched by Simonsig in 1970 and a unique blend of Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot named after the property. founder. Simonsig also has a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon called The Garland, but is best known for its sparkling wines. Kaapse Vonkel Brut has been part of the portfolio since 1971 and in recent years has been joined by Brut Rosé and the prestigious Blanc de Blanc. The area is 210 hectares (520 acres) planted with vines. Simonsig's location in Stellenbosch means a cool maritime climate and a varied soil structure of sandstone, granite and shale. This perfect terroir means a wide variety of grapes can flourish here, and vineyards are planted with everything from Shiraz to Pinot Noir. Simonsig has a large wine portfolio and is one of the few wineries in South Africa with a bottling line.