In South Africa, a common term for a typical blend, for which there are no legal requirements. The mixture consists of the native main or dominant variety Pinotage (between 30-70%), as well as various compositions and uses of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Shiraz (Syrah). There is a prevailing opinion that the Pinotage component should not be too high. In order to list a grape variety on the label, the proportion must be at least 20%. The first producer with this designation was Beyerskloof.
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