Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 1.5 g/L
pH 3.47
Total Acidity 6.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot60%
Cabernet Franc25%
Cabernet Sauvignon15%
Region Franschhoek
Harvest Dates February to end March 2014
Vine Age 12 to 27 years
Fermentation Vessels Wooden Vat, Stainless Steel
Maceration 16 days
Oak Aging 18 months
Production Details Matured for 18 months in 225 litre new French oak barrels. The wine has an ageing potential of at least 15 years from vintage.
Tasting Notes
Nose: blackberries, blueberries, fresh coriander
Palate: complexity, silky tannins, exceptional balance, chocolate
Food Pairing slow braised Karoo Lamb Shoulder and herbs, classic Potato Fondant, glazed Carrots
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Producer Information
Address
Klapmuts – Simondium Road, Simondium, 7670, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 874 1648
Email
Cellarmaster
André Roux & Kayla Oertle-Morse