Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.42%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.46
Total Acidity 5.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir100%
Region Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge
Oak Aging 9.4 months (285 days)
Oak Details 34% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak34%
Second Fill Oak33%
Third Fill Oak29%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 228L
Production Details The 2021 growing season had a fair amount of rain falling before the grapes started to ripen. This did not have a negative effect as the natural irrigation helped to reduce stress levels on the vines, allowing them to function optimally during the ripening period. The accumulation of cold units in the early winter was fantastic for breaking dormancy. Winter rainfall was lower than in the previous season but still sufficient to replenish soil profiles. The vineyards had even budburst and the initial growth was also even, mainly due to higher than normal maximum and minimum temperatures during September. Grape quality was very favourable, leading to an exceptional vintage.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 73 322 9499
Owner
Berene Sauls
Cellarmaster
Emul Ross (Hamilton Russell Vineyards)