Description
An irresistible, well balanced red wine, with a bright ruby red colour and sour cherries, red cherries and candy floss on the nose. The fruity palate is delicious with earthiness and flavours of white pepper followed by a fresh acidity on the pallet. Grape tannins very well supported by the oak tannins. The wine finishes with a long aftertaste.
Awards
93 pts Tim Atkin
Silver Veritas
Silver Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show
4.5 stars Platter's South African Wine Guide
Certifications
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard: Deep Hutton soils with koffieklip, dominate the sites selected for these vines
Deep Hutton soils with koffieklip, dominate the sites selected for these vines 38 years old Bush Vine, no irrigation
Soil Type
Deep Hutton soils with koffieklip, dominate the sites selected for these vines
Viticulture
Yield: 4-6 t/ha Balling at Harvest: 23- 24°B
Vinification
Crush and destalk into small open fermenters. Cold soak for two days before fermentation started. 14 days fermentation at 20-24°C, Free run and Press wine kept separate.
Maturation
This wine will age for 8-15 years if stored properly.
