2022 Scions Of Sinai Atlantikas Bushvine Maritime Pinotage

94 pts

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The 2022 Scions of Sinai Atlantikas Bushvine Maritime Pinotage is a remarkable expression of coastal terroir, crafted by the passionate and dedicated Bernhard Bredell.

This unique Pinotage is sourced from two maritime bush vine vineyards located near the South Atlantic shoreline in False Bay. The cool, breezy conditions and high diurnal range of these sites contribute to the wine’s vibrant character. The vineyards feature diverse soils, with one consisting of light, sandy topsoil and decomposed granite, and the other rooted in clay-laden granite.

Grapes are harvested by hand in two separate picks, 15 days apart, to capture a range of ripeness. The winemaking process is meticulous and gentle, with 25% of the grapes fermented whole-bunch in open-top vessels, another 25% de-stemmed and fermented on skins for only three hours, and the remaining 50% de-stemmed and fermented in open-top vessels. The resulting wine is basket pressed, blended, and aged on lees for eight months before bottling unfiltered and unfined.

The 2022 Atlantikas Pinotage showcases aromas of cherry, cranberry, and raspberry with subtle herbal notes. On the palate, it is light-bodied, juicy, and fresh, featuring red cherry and strawberry flavors with a slight earthy finish. Balanced acidity and soft tannins provide structure, making this Pinotage a perfect companion for a variety of dishes or enjoyed on its own.

This wine is a true testament to Bernhard Bredell’s commitment to preserving and showcasing the unique maritime influence on South African Pinotage. Enjoy it now for its youthful vibrancy or let it develop further complexity with age.

94 points - "Atlantikas is dominantly from a younger (mid 1990s) planted dryfarmed bushvine vineyard also on Sinai Hill (with a bit more clay and less silica than Feniks), still well drained and maritime facing. A small portion comes from a corner of the Feniks vineyard that has a severe soil difference as well as vine vigour. Also harvested early and more than a week prior to the Feniks portion (which lays on deep silica and has smaller bunches). Half the skins are removed from the ferment so there’s less extraction. No barrels here. This is looking to capture the maritime-influenced side of Pinotage, and it’s fresh, fruity and focused with amazing precision to the sweet cherry and raspberry fruit, as well as a touch of plum. Nice tart cherry on the finish, showing good structure." - Jamie Goode (Wine Anorak)

Price Bracket $31 to $40
Type Red
Body Medium Bodied
Variety Pinotage
Country South Africa
Region Stellenbosch
Reviewed By Wine Anorak
Critic Score 94
Size 750ml
Vintage 2022
Closure Cork

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