{"product_id":"captain-anton-buzukov-pinotage-2024","title":"Captain Anton Buzukov Pinotage 2024","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"4333\" data-end=\"4359\"\u003eANTON BUZUKOV PINOTAGE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4403\" data-end=\"4428\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4401\"\u003eBold. Modern. Distinctly South African.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4429\" data-end=\"4666\"\u003eAnton Buzukov Pinotage is a bold yet refined expression of South Africa’s signature grape. Crafted in a modern, fruit-forward style, this wine offers depth, velvety tannins, and vibrant acidity, delivering both power and approachability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4668\" data-end=\"4685\"\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4686\" data-end=\"4856\"\u003ePerfect for Pinotage fans and adventurous red wine drinkers.\u003cbr data-start=\"4746\" data-end=\"4749\"\u003eIdeal for braais, hearty meals, and bold flavour pairings.\u003cbr data-start=\"4807\" data-end=\"4810\"\u003eA confident wine with personality and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4858\" data-end=\"4874\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4875\" data-end=\"5180\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4875\" data-end=\"4921\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4877\" data-end=\"4921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4877\" data-end=\"4892\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep ruby with purple hues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4922\" data-end=\"4997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4924\" data-end=\"4997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4924\" data-end=\"4935\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe plum, black cherry, mulberry, hints of mocha and cedar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4998\" data-end=\"5082\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5000\" data-end=\"5082\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5000\" data-end=\"5011\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to full-bodied with dark berry fruit and subtle tobacco notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5083\" data-end=\"5135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5085\" data-end=\"5135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5085\" data-end=\"5097\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety tannins with lively acidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5136\" data-end=\"5180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5138\" data-end=\"5180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5138\" data-end=\"5149\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, smooth, and expressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5182\" data-end=\"5197\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5198\" data-end=\"5221\"\u003ePairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5222\" data-end=\"5385\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5222\" data-end=\"5265\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5224\" data-end=\"5265\"\u003eVenison burgers, lamb chops, roast duck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5266\" data-end=\"5303\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5268\" data-end=\"5303\"\u003eBeef stew, oxtail, and game meats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5304\" data-end=\"5342\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5306\" data-end=\"5342\"\u003eAged cheddar, Gouda, and Camembert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5343\" data-end=\"5385\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5385\"\u003eMushroom risotto and grilled aubergine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5387\" data-end=\"5412\"\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5413\" data-end=\"5688\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5413\" data-end=\"5449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5415\" data-end=\"5449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5415\" data-end=\"5439\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–18°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5450\" data-end=\"5497\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5452\" data-end=\"5497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5452\" data-end=\"5478\"\u003eIdeal drinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Within 5–7 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5498\" data-end=\"5542\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5500\" data-end=\"5542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5500\" data-end=\"5510\"\u003eGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bordeaux-style red wine glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5543\" data-end=\"5569\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5545\" data-end=\"5569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5545\" data-end=\"5557\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~14–14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5570\" data-end=\"5598\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5572\" data-end=\"5598\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5572\" data-end=\"5583\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5599\" data-end=\"5630\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5601\" data-end=\"5630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5601\" data-end=\"5619\"\u003eGrape variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinotage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5631\" data-end=\"5688\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5633\" data-end=\"5688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5633\" data-end=\"5645\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store horizontally in a cool, dark space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5690\" data-end=\"5714\"\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5715\" data-end=\"5775\"\u003e⭐ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maiwsa.co.za\/qr\/index.php?product=20251353\" title=\"Captain Anton Buzukov Awards\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5717\" data-end=\"5775\"\u003eSilver Medal – Michelangelo Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Awards 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5777\" data-end=\"5783\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5784\" data-end=\"5866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5784\" data-end=\"5808\"\u003eIs it heavily oaked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5808\" data-end=\"5811\"\u003eOak is used to support structure without masking fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5868\" data-end=\"5921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5868\" data-end=\"5882\"\u003eIs it dry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5882\" data-end=\"5885\"\u003eYes, dry with rich fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5923\" data-end=\"5990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5923\" data-end=\"5938\"\u003eCan it age?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5938\" data-end=\"5941\"\u003eYes, with potential to evolve over several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5992\" data-end=\"6080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5992\" data-end=\"6018\"\u003eWhat makes it special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6018\" data-end=\"6021\"\u003eA modern, polished take on Pinotage with depth and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6082\" data-end=\"6156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6082\" data-end=\"6109\"\u003eIs it good for gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6109\" data-end=\"6112\"\u003eYes — distinctive and proudly South African.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mike Scorpio","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":52819931824455,"sku":"CABU-PI24Bottle","price":12.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (X6 Bottles)","offer_id":52819931857223,"sku":"CABU-PI24Case","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/9272\/4295\/files\/ProductPhotosScorpioWines_10.jpg?v=1779027758","url":"https:\/\/potum.shop\/products\/captain-anton-buzukov-pinotage-2024","provider":"POTUM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}