{"product_id":"rickety-bridge-foundation-stone-pinotage-2025","title":"Foundation Stone Pinotage 2025","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-width\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 1: TASTING NOTES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid spacing-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Image Left --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"notes-image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/Tasting_Notes_Product_Description_Moritz_Smelling_Wine.jpg?v=1629106985\" alt=\"Tasting Note Moritz Smelling Wine\" style=\"width: 100%; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Text Right --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item custom__item--1547756809302 one-whole\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item-inner custom__item-inner--html\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"letter-spacing: 1px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; padding-top: 30px;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRickety Bridge Foundation Stone Pinotage 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e presents an intense bouquet of \u003cstrong\u003eripe red fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by delicate notes of dark \u003cstrong\u003eblueberries\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eblackcurrants\u003c\/strong\u003e. Subtle \u003cstrong\u003esmoky nuances\u003c\/strong\u003e and a hint of \u003cstrong\u003eoak spice\u003c\/strong\u003e lend the aromas additional depth and complexity. On the palate, the wine is \u003cstrong\u003evelvety and balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e, with well-integrated \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a harmonious structure. The generous fruit carries through to the \u003cstrong\u003elong, juicy finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this Pinotage an elegant expression of the variety - bold, aromatic and wonderfully approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pinotage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 2: PINOTAGE GRAPE VARIETY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid spacing-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Text Left --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item custom__item--1547756809302 one-whole\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item-inner custom__item-inner--html\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"letter-spacing: 1px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; padding-top: 30px;\"\u003ePinotage Grape Variety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Pinotage Wines from South Africa\" href=\"https:\/\/the-winestore.com\/collections\/rebsorte-pinotage\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003ePinotage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship of South African winemaking. The grape variety originated in South Africa. Even today, almost a hundred years after its creation, Pinotage is grown almost exclusively in South Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Pinotage Wines from South Africa\" href=\"https:\/\/the-winestore.com\/collections\/rebsorte-pinotage\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003ePinotage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e offers incredible \u003cstrong\u003ediversity\u003c\/strong\u003e, with styles ranging from \u003cstrong\u003ecoffee \u0026amp; Chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003eplum\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebanana aromas\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes Pinotage a true all-rounder. Its versatility is reflected in the increasing use of Pinotage in \u003cstrong\u003ecuvées\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblends\u003c\/strong\u003e and even \u003ca title=\"Rosé Wines from South Africa\" href=\"https:\/\/the-winestore.com\/collections\/roseweine\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erosé wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Even \u003ca title=\"White Wines from South Africa\" href=\"https:\/\/the-winestore.com\/collections\/weissweine\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewhite wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (Blanc de Noir) are made from Pinotage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ehistory\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" title=\"Pinotage Wines from South Africa\" href=\"https:\/\/the-winestore.com\/collections\/rebsorte-pinotage\"\u003ePinotage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e begins with its creator, \u003cstrong\u003eProf. Abraham Izak Perold\u003c\/strong\u003e. After becoming a professor in 1906, Perold was sent by the government to \u003cstrong\u003eCape Town\u003c\/strong\u003e on a mission to \u003cstrong\u003esearch for new grape varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e. In 1925, Perold successfully crossed \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCinsaut\u003c\/strong\u003e for the first time; Cinsaut was then known as Hermitage. This is where the name \u003cstrong\u003ePINO - TAGE\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Image Right --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"notes-image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/Tasting_Notes_Grape_Variety.jpg?v=1629106985\" alt=\"Tasting Note Grape Variety\" style=\"width: 100%; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 3: FOOD PAIRING --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid spacing-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Image Left --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"notes-image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/Tasting_Notes_Food_Pairing.jpg?v=1629106985\" alt=\"Tasting Note Wine and Food Pairing\" style=\"width: 100%; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Text Right --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item medium-up--one-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item custom__item--1547756809302 one-whole\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom__item-inner custom__item-inner--html\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"letter-spacing: 1px; text-align: center; font-weight: 600; padding-top: 30px;\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRickety Bridge Foundation Stone Pinotage 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile food wine that pairs particularly well with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled or braised meat\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its fruity depth and delicate spice harmonise beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003elamb chops, beef fillet\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003ejuicy burger\u003c\/strong\u003e from the grill. It also shows its full potential alongside \u003cstrong\u003egame dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ehearty stews\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003espicy pasta dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e with tomato or mushroom sauces. The subtle smoky notes and ripe fruit also pair wonderfully with \u003cstrong\u003esmoked cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003egrilled vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e - ideal for convivial evenings and hearty cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rickety Bridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66002591056140,"sku":"RB-1005-25","price":19.33,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0127\/0090\/9632\/files\/foundation-stone-pinotage-2024-rickety-bridge-the-winestore-de-6791337.jpg?v=1790856670","url":"https:\/\/the-winestore.com\/en-slo\/products\/rickety-bridge-foundation-stone-pinotage-2025","provider":"The WineStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}