Helderberg Pinotage

[Nguigmi]

I tried a NZ Pinotage yesterday: 2002 Soljans Estate, Gisborne Pinotage. It came as a suggestion from a local retailer who said NZ has been producing some excellent Pinotage's, some better than those in South Africa.

I haven't had many Pinotage's -- but what stood out about the wine was a slight gamey flavor. Maybe a bit smoky. This Pinotage was also slightly oaked which rounded the wine out nicely. Overall very delicious and definitely something different. Goes for $10 or so.