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Underdog Grape · South Africa

Pinotage

South Africa's signature grape is the most unfairly maligned red in the wine world. A 1925 crossing with a bad reputation — and, in the right hands, a smoky, structured red worth defending.

Tasting profile: Full tasting notes live in the deep dive.
Where it grows: Stellenbosch, South Africa
Where to buy: For specific bottles and where to buy them, read the deep dive.

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