2014 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.22%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.58
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec
Classification Origin: Durbanville, South Africa
Region Durbanville
Soil Deep red hutton soil
Orientation North-Facing Slopes
Vine Age 16–27 years
Fermentation Vessels Wooden open fermenters
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 225
Production Details Dry-farmed, four-wire Perold-trellised vines; reported yield 7–9 tonnes per hectare. The blend components were harvested at optimum ripeness and vinified separately.
Tasting Notes Lead-pencil shavings, fresh red berries, blackcurrants; balanced palate and a lengthy, elegant finish
Food Pairing Roast lamb with fresh garden vegetables and similar classic old-world dishes
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Producer Information
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Address
Koeberg Road, Durbanville, Cape Town, 7550, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0) 21 976 3361
Email
Owner
Thys Louw
Cellarmaster
Thys Louw