{"id":9697,"date":"2026-05-13T19:25:42","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T19:25:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/?post_type=product&#038;p=9697"},"modified":"2026-05-13T19:30:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T19:30:43","slug":"unlabelled-pickled-fish-pinotage","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/product\/unlabelled-pickled-fish-pinotage\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlabelled Pickled Fish Pinotage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"10\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">A Modern Classic from Stellenbosch<\/b> The Pickled Fish range was born out of a desire to create wines that are seriously good but don&#8217;t take themselves too seriously. Sourced from the Devon Valley in Stellenbosch, this Pinotage sidesteps the &#8220;burnt rubber&#8221; or heavy smoke notes often associated with the varietal, focusing instead on pure, succulent fruit. It is a testament to Clos Malverne&#8217;s mastery of the &#8220;Basket Press&#8221; technique, ensuring a smooth, accessible mouthfeel.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Tasting Profile &amp; Sensory Experience<\/b> A vibrant, medium-bodied red that celebrates the &#8220;sweet side&#8221; of South Africa\u2019s signature grape:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"12\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Appearance:<\/b> A bright, youthful crimson with violet highlights.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Nose:<\/b> A joyful explosion of red berries\u2014think wild strawberries and ripe cherries\u2014balanced by a subtle hint of sweet spice and toasted marshmallows.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Palate:<\/b> Incredibly juicy and fruit-driven. Expect a plush texture where the tannins are soft and &#8220;melting.&#8221; Notes of plum and red currants dominate, making it exceptionally easy to enjoy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Finish:<\/b> Clean, fresh, and slightly savory, leaving you reaching for the next sip.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Why Choose This Single Bottle?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"14\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Ultimate Gift Canvas:<\/b> The &#8220;Pickled Fish&#8221; pedigree is well-known in SA. Presenting this high-quality juice with a personalized birthday or thank-you label adds a massive &#8220;wow&#8221; factor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Food\u2019s Best Friend:<\/b> As the name suggests, this wine was designed to pair beautifully with anything from traditional pickled fish and Cape Malay curry to a classic wood-fired pizza.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Boutique Pedigree, Honest Price:<\/b> You are getting the same award-winning liquid found in top retailers, but at a price that reflects our commitment to &#8220;Quality over Marketing.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Icon of Approachability, Tailored by You.<\/b> This Unlabelled Pickled Fish Pinotage brings the celebrated quality of Clos Malverne\u2019s famous range into a blank-canvas format. Known for its vibrant fruit and easy-drinking nature, this Pinotage is the ultimate &#8220;Best Kept Secret.&#8221; Stripped of its branding to offer unbeatable value, this single bottle is perfect for a personalized gift, a custom-labeled house red, or a reliable companion for your next braai.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":9701,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"product_cat":[246],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-9697","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-unlabeled-red-wine","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/9697","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9697"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9701"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9697"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=9697"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/exquisitedesigns.co.za\/GEstg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=9697"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}