Martin Meinert, Printers Ink Pinotage, 75cl

🍷 Martin Meinert ‘Printer’s Ink’ Pinotage
Country: South Africa | Region: Western Cape
Appellation: WO Western Cape | Grape Variety: 100% Pinotage
Style: Red Wine | Winemaking: Traditional fermentation, aged in oak barrels
Farming: Sustainable

🌟 A bold and characterful Pinotage from one of South Africa’s most thoughtful winemakers—deep, smoky, and full of personality.

👁 In the Glass:
Dark ruby with purple hues—intense and brooding.

👃 On the Nose:
Rich and expressive with layers of black cherry, plum, and mulberry, laced with smoky undertones, dark chocolate, and a whiff of roasted coffee—evocative and complex.

👅 On the Palate:
Full-bodied and smooth with concentrated dark fruit flavours, savoury spice, and earthy depth. Silky tannins and a touch of oak round out the palate, leading to a long, lingering finish with a whisper of graphite and wild herbs.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect with grilled meats, venison, smoky BBQ ribs, or spiced vegetable tagines. Also delicious with aged cheddar or dark chocolate dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Drinking beautifully now, but will develop further nuance over the next 5–7 years.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
‘Printer’s Ink’ is a tribute to Martin Meinert’s journalistic roots and South Africa’s signature grape. A Pinotage with polish and soul, it delivers both power and finesse—showing why this uniquely South African variety continues to captivate wine lovers around the world.