Crystallum

Peter Max

2020

Western Cape

South Africa

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Varietal

Pinot Noir

Flavors & Quality

Sour Cherry

Bramble

Mineral

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Palate Character

Smooth & Silky

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This is a predominantly Smooth & Silky wine, but it shares structural nuances of Tone & Backbone as described in the tasting note below.

Tasting Notes

Medium plus bodied, with plus acidity, showing bright red berry and sour cherry fruit, complex forest floor aromas, and a salty minerality that lingers in the finish.

COLOR

Medium Red/Ruby

BODY

TANNIN

ACIDITY

SWEET

ALCOH.

14%

GRAPE(S)

Pinot Noir

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Why this wine made the cut…

Youthful austerity meets complex fruit. Give this wine a bit of time and it has the goods.

GRAPE VARIETAL(S)

Pinot Noir

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Pinot Noir is arguably the most revered grape variety in the world with origins in Burgundy, France where the best expressions can still be found. Pinot Noir is not only a tough grape to grow, it also shows miniscule differences in terroir arguably more than any other grape variety. Stylistically, it is generally higher in acid and lower in tannin but can vary depending on the location, and winemaking technique. It is very versatile with food, and shows a range of flavor from red and black fruit, floral, spice, earth, and mineral qualities.

Country / State

South Africa

Region

Western Cape

Producer

Crystallum

Winemaker(s)

Andrew and Peter-Allan Finlayson

Vintage

2020

Total Production

26,178 bottles