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Grape Varieties:
Pinotage (35%), Cabernet Sauvignon (33%), Merlot (33%)
About the wine:
A Cape blend of Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot which is a testament to the faith Beyers Truter has in Pinotage and the abundant blessings of nature melded in this ultimate expression of South Africa's heritage grape sired in Stellenbosch soils. A big structured, well-rounded, and elegantly balanced Cape blend.
Winemaking Method and Maturation:
Grapes were picked at optimum ripeness. Made in open fermenters, on the skins for 5-8 days at an average temp. of 26°C. Punching of the cap was done every 2 hours to extract good colour and flavours from the grapes. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine aged in 100% new French oak for 21 months. The Faith blend is a barrel selection of the best wines from the 2022 vintage in the Beyerskloof cellar.
Wine Tasting Notes:
The Beyerskloof Diesel 2022 is a deep, opaque ruby in colour.
On the nose, expect bold, complex aromas of blackberry compote, ripe black plum, and dark chocolate, layered with charred oak, espresso, and a smoky, meaty undertone—hinting at its robust structure.
On the palate, it’s dry and full-bodied, with high, velvety tannins and medium (+) acidity that balance its dense core of blackcurrant, blueberry, and licorice. The oak is pronounced but well-integrated, adding vanilla, toasted cedar, and a touch of clove spice, while a savory, almost gamey note (reminiscent of Pinotage’s character) lingers beneath.
The finish is long and warming, with lingering dark fruit, mocha, and a peppery lift.
Vintage Notes:
We had ideal winter conditions that supplemented water reserves and contributed to even growth, which provided an excellent foundation for the 2022 crop.
Following a cool run-up to the season, sudden heat peaks in December and January resulted in sunburn damage on certain vineyard blocks. At the same time, we experienced unexpected rainfall, which led to high disease pressure that caused challenges in minimising the effects of powdery and downy mildew. As temperatures remained moderate throughout the rest of the season, the grapes took their time to reach optimum ripeness, and the start of harvest was delayed by 10-14 days. The 2022 crop was larger than 2021 due to ideal winter conditions.
Judging by the quality of the wines that are currently in the cellar, we anticipate another classic Stellenbosch vintage.
Aging Potential:
This wine will age well for 10-15 years.
Food and Wine Pairing Suggestions:
It will pair well with spicy Indian curries or any red meat on the braai (BBQ).
| Alcohol | 15% |
|---|---|
| Residual sugar | 2.66g/L |
| Acidity | 5.63 |
| Region | Stellenbosch |
| Producer | Beyeskloof |