Apeloko

Our Apeloko Pinotage honors its South African winemaking heritage with intense oak-driven spice and caramelized sweetness. This wine shows the skillful hand of the winemaker, as each flavorful sip has been crafted with intention to create a complex result that seems effortless. Since its creation in 1925, Pinotage has stolen the show as South Africa’s signature grape variety. Here in the Western Cape, our winemaking partners work with bush-trained vines and non-irrigated vineyards to produce wines that are the ultimate expression of the region’s unique terroir. This hardy crossing of Cinsault and Pinot Noir tends to lean bold, and must be crafted with care to manage its potentially high tannins. Our 2020 vintage is a delectable example of this grape done right. Pour yourself a glass, and let’s toast to the hardworking hands that filled it. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.