Féniks Pinotage 2024 is a striking, modern interpretation of Pinotage from Scions of Sinai, the highly regarded project led by Bernhard Bredell. Sourced from old bush vines rooted in decomposed granite soils in the Lower Helderberg, this wine redefines Pinotage through purity, finesse and site expression.
Named Féniks (the phoenix), this wine symbolises rebirth — showcasing Pinotage not as a heavy, extracted variety, but as one of elegance, restraint and age-worthy structure. It is produced with minimal intervention, allowing the vineyard and vintage to speak clearly.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Bright ruby with translucent crimson edges.
Nose: Pure and expressive. Red cherry, wild strawberry and pomegranate lead, followed by subtle notes of rooibos tea, dried herbs, graphite and gentle earthiness. A light floral lift adds elegance and complexity.
Palate: Medium-bodied and finely textured. Fresh red fruit dominates — cherry, cranberry and raspberry — supported by vibrant acidity and beautifully integrated, fine-grained tannins. Savoury notes of spice, iron-rich minerality and gentle oak provide structure without overpowering the fruit.
Finish Long, precise and lifted, with lingering red fruit, savoury spice and a distinct mineral freshness that invites another sip.
Technical Details
Producer: Scions of Sinai
Region: Lower Helderberg, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Wine Style: Dry red wine
Grape Variety: Pinotage
Vintage: 2024
Vineyards: Old bush vines on decomposed granite soils
Maturation: Older French oak barrels (neutral influence)
Alcohol: ±13% ABV
Bottle Size: 750ml
Cellaring Potential: 8–15 years
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Delivery within South Africa:
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