2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.6%
Residual Sugar 2.2 g/L
pH 3.38
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Viognier
Shiraz73%
Grenache15%
Mourvèdre6%
Viognier6%
Region Elim
Harvest Dates February 15, 2022
Vine Age 17 years
Fermentation Vessels Open Top Fermenter, Stainless Steel
Maceration 21 days
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 L
Production Details The grapes were harvested over a 10-day period starting with a small batch of Shiraz, Grenache and Viognier that was co-fermented in an open top fermenter with daily punch downs. The Mourvèdre and some more Shiraz was fermented in stainless steel with daily pump overs. A total of 21 days skin contact was allowed before pressing. The final blend was matured in 300 L French oak barrels for 20 months with 30% new and the rest 2nd and 3rd fill barrels.
Tasting Notes
ruby red hue, black pepper, lavender, dark chocolate, fresh plums, structured tannins, mineral finish
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.28%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.55
Total Acidity 5.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Viognier
Shiraz49%
Grenache22%
Mourvèdre19%
Viognier10%
Region Elim
Vine Age 19 years
Maceration 21 days
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 and 500 litre barrels
Production Details The grapes were harvested over a 5 day period (first Shiraz followed by Grenache then Viognier) prior to co-fermentation. Fermentation temperatures were controlled between 22 and 26°C with a total of 21 days skin contact during fermentation. Pump-overs were effected twice daily. This special blend was matured for 18 months in 100% French oak, in a combination of 300 and 500 litre barrels. 30% new, the balance made up of second and third fill barrels.
Tasting Notes
dark garnet red, coriander, black pepper, tobacco leaf, cherry, dark chocolate, fine tannins, savoury, salty finish
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.31%
Residual Sugar 2.5 g/L
pH 3.56
Total Acidity 5.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz, Grenache, Viognier
Shiraz70%
Grenache26%
Viognier4%
Region Elim
Vine Age 15 years
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Maceration 21 days
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 and 500 litre barrels
Production Details The grapes were harvested over a 5 day period (first Shiraz followed by Grenache then Viognier) prior to co-fermentation. Fermentation temperatures were controlled between 22 and 26°C with a total of 21 days skin contact during fermentation. Pump-overs were effected twice daily. This special blend was matured for 18 months in 100% French oak, in a combination of 300 and 500 litre barrels. 30% new, the balance made up of second and third fill barrels.
Tasting Notes
dark garnet red, coriander, black pepper, tobacco leaves, cherry, dark chocolate, fine tannins, savory, salty finish
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
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| Wine-SearcherLWIN 2084055 | — | — | wine-searcher.com ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
Die Damme Road, Elim, Cape Agulhas, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0) 28 482 1902
Email
Owner
Group of wine lovers (founded 2001)
Cellarmaster
Conrad Vlok