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
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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