Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.54%
Residual Sugar 2.5 g/L
pH 3.55
Total Acidity 5.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz, Mourvedre, Viognier
Shiraz80%
Mourvedre18%
Viognier2%
Region Franschhoek
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Oak Aging 26 months
Oak Types French
Production Details The Shiraz (80%) and Viognier (2%) grapes were co-fermented with 30% whole cluster, carbonic macerated grapes to freshen up and give additional spice and fragrance to the wine. The Mourvedre (18%) was picked very ripe to allow soft, round tannins to be extracted during fermentation in stainless steel. After fermentation, the two components were taken to second-and-third-fill French oak for natural malolactic fermentation and maturation, where the wine spent 26 months before a light filtration and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: white pepper, violets, warm earth, dark berry fruit
Palate: dense savoury flavours, bright acidity, richness, chunky tannins, lively freshness, robust finish
Food Pairing Boeuf Bourguignon, pulled pork, slow-cooked winter foods
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Green Valley Road, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 876 2182
Email
Owner
Nigel and Joy McNaught
Cellarmaster
Craig McNaught