The Pinotage Festival

Be a part of wine history at the First Pinotage Festival in Singapore on 25th October– a groundbreaking celebration and the largest showcase of Pinotage ever held outside South Africa. This milestone event marks the 100th birthday of Pinotage, South Africa’s unique gift to the world of wine, making this a truly unmissable experience for enthusiasts and explorers alike.

And for all the WSET students who’ve read in textbooks about Pinotage’s trademark “coffee” note – here’s your chance to see if the legend lives up to the sip. Come, taste for yourself, and uncover just how much this remarkable cultivar has waiting beyond the expected.

A Thematic Tasting

Embark on a curated journey to explore up to 60 wines across 4 immersive themed zones. Scroll left and right to read all the themes.

Theme 1: The Groundbreakers

Discover heritage wineries with deep roots in Pinotage’s history, showcasing producers linked to its earliest plantings and trailblazing legacy.

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Theme 2: Regional Expressions

Experience how South African terroir, from Stellenbosch’s granite soils to Swartland’s rugged terrain, shapes Pinotage’s style and character.

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Theme 3: Bordeaux Blends versus Cape Blends

Compare classic Bordeaux-style reds with Cape Blends, where Pinotage brings distinct South African flair to time-honored varietal combinations.

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Theme 4 The New Wave of Pinotage

Unveiling bold, modern expressions that are reshaping perceptions of this iconic grape.

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