Winner of2 more
Ophidian
Swartland, South Africa
Inky in color and savory in taste, our South African Pinotage is perfect
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Ophidian
Pinotage
Pinotage is a unique varietal that is native to South Africa, but it is beloved worldwide. Our 2019 Ophidian Pinotage hails from the Swartland appellation of South Africa, where vineyards experience a classic continental climate. The region sits 40 miles north of Cape Town and sees warm, dry days with sunny skies during the growing season. Our winemaking partners who crafted this beautiful bottle chose to plant fruit on soils that require vines to work incredibly hard for nutrients—these growing conditions add body and structure to the final product. The varietal is famous for a rich coffee flavor that comes out during the aging process, and this wine’s profile is faithful to that characteristic. Aged in French oak after harvest and fermentation, earthy aromas are enhanced by savory notes that meld with dark fruit flavors. Deep in color and bold in taste, this wine is a guaranteed cro ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Ophidian
Pinotage
Pinotage is a unique varietal that is native to South Africa, but it is beloved worldwide. Our 2019 Ophidian Pinotage hails from the Swartland appellation of South Africa, where vineyards experience a classic continental climate. The region sits 40 miles north of Cape Town and sees warm, dry days with sunny skies during the growing season. Our winemaking partners who crafted this beautiful bottle chose to plant fruit on soils that require vines to work incredibly hard for nutrients—these growing conditions add body and structure to the final product. The varietal is famous for a rich coffee flavor that comes out during the aging process, and this wine’s profile is faithful to that characteristic. Aged in French oak after harvest and fermentation, earthy aromas are enhanced by savory notes that meld with dark fruit flavors. Deep in color and bold in taste, this wine is a guaranteed cro ...
WINE REGION:
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
WINE REGION
Swartland
Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Chicken Wings, Chicken with Mole Sauce, Chili
Pairs well with…
Chicken Wings, Chicken with Mole Sauce, Chili
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Chicken Wings, Chicken with Mole Sauce, Chili
Pairs well with…
Chicken Wings, Chicken with Mole Sauce, Chili
TASTING NOTES:
Plum
Forest Floor
Black Cherry
Incredibly deep in color, this wine features earthy aromas that swirl out of the glass as you sip. Dark fruit notes of black plum and blackberry are complemented by herbaceous notes of dill and savory characteristics that make the palate crave another glass.
TASTING NOTES
Plum
Forest Floor
Black Cherry
Incredibly deep in color, this wine features earthy aromas that swirl out of the glass as you sip. Dark fruit notes of black plum and blackberry are complemented by herbaceous notes of dill and savory characteristics that make the palate crave another glass.
AWARDS:
Ophidian
5 TOTAL AWARDS
Silver Medal, 2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 Sommelier Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 USA Wine Ratings
AWARDS
Ophidian
5 TOTAL AWARDS
Silver Medal, 2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 Sommelier Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 USA Wine Ratings
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Ophidian
Rather than being taken aback by the fluid movements of a majestic serpent, we find ourselves hypnotized by its grace and mesmeric elegance. Ophidian wines mirror this fascination with flavors and textures that glide over the palate, captivating the senses in a spellbinding rhythmic dance.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Ophidian
Rather than being taken aback by the fluid movements of a majestic serpent, we find ourselves hypnotized by its grace and mesmeric elegance. Ophidian wines mirror this fascination with flavors and textures that glide over the palate, captivating the senses in a spellbinding rhythmic dance.