10/11/2026
Happy International Pinotage Day!
The Pinotage grape, originating in South Africa, has become its homelands signature grape but only grows in about 50 acres (20 hectares) of U.S. vineyards.
W**e made from Pinotage grapes generally features notes of black cherry, blackberry, fig, mint, cocoa, coffee and game. Pinotage w**es tend to be fuller bodied, medium-high acidity and tannins, and higher ABV.
🎉Celebrate International Pinotage Day with W**e Thieves by trying the Barista Pinotage.
South African w**emaker Bertus Fourie earned the nickname ‘Starbucks’ for his unique approach to the nation’s signature grape. His vision was to create an accessible, modern Pinotage that deliberately emphasized rich coffee and chocolate notes.
The Pinotage Barista 2021 vintage we have is on the drier side with a balanced acidity and slightly tannic leaning, and is the perfect pairing for game, dark meat, strong sauce dishes, and heartier cuisines such as BBQ ribs, lamb, boar, or chili con carne.