This Pinotage hits all those textbook markers typical of this South African flagship grape! Think espresso, chocolate-covered cherries and smoky leather flavours. It has a soft round mouthfeel with smooth milk-chocolatey tannins. Unique and unusual yet totally approachable — everyone needs to try this grape at least once.

Origin: Stellenbosch, South Africa Mainly Grown In: Almost exclusively in South Africa, with small plantings in New Zealand and the USA. Key Facts: Meet one of South Africa's claim-to-fame grapes, Pinotage! A medium-bodied, juicy, and plenty of powerful flavours. In fact, this grape has got to have one of the most unique flavour profiles out there. It's known best for aromas of fresh ground coffee, chocolate-covered cherries and black plums. So if you can't pass up the smell that lingers through your local chocolatier's or cafe, you may have just met your match. This grape was first brought into the world in 1925 as an attempt to make a crossing of two other well-loved red grapes; Pinot Noir and Cinsault. The result? A completely unique wine, but that definitely flaunts some of the red fruit flavours and smooth textures its mom and dad are both known for. Fun Fact: Pinotage only makes up 6% of the vineyards planted in South Africa, yet is the flagship grape of the country. This Pinotage hits all those textbook markers typical of this South African flagship grape! Think espresso, chocolate-covered cherries and smoky leather flavours. It has a soft round mouthfeel with smooth milk-chocolatey tannins. Unique and unusual yet totally approachable — everyone needs to try this grape at least once.