Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.53%
Residual Sugar 1.7 g/L
pH 3.54
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Mourvedre, Trincadeira, Cabernet Sauvignon
Syrah42%
Touriga Nacional23%
Mourvedre17%
Trincadeira12%
Cabernet Sauvignon6%
Drinking Window 2018-2025
Region Malgas
Soil Slate, Rolled stones, Pudding stones, Weathered schist, Loamy
Vineyard Yield 22 hL/ha
Vine Age 9-10 years
Fermentation Vessels Open Top Tanks, Oak Vats, Oak Barrel
Natural Yeast Yes
Maceration 5 days
Oak Aging 21 months
Oak Types French
Bottling Date November 1, 2016
Sulfites 46.0 ppm
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Tasting Notes
Nose: dusty slate, licorice, dark berry fruit, spice, savory
Palate: spicy, black berries, soft juicy tannins, long, complex aftertaste
Food Pairing South African braai