Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.48
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Cabernet Sauvignon40%
Merlot35%
Malbec10%
Cabernet Franc10%
Petit Verdot5%
Drinking Window 5 - 6 years.
Region Paarl
Oak Aging 16 months
Oak Types French
Bottling Date 8 December 2022
Production Details Grapes were harvested at optimum ripeness and vinified separately in open fermenters using the punch down method, to accomplish colour and tannin extraction. Components aged separately before careful blending. Wine aged for 16 months in new and 2nd fill French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes
Nose: dark berries, plum, mulberry, almond
Palate: bold tannins, well-balanced, elegant
Food Pairing roasted Karoo lamb shank, most meats, cheeses
Critics Ratings Platter's Wine Guide (2024): 4.5 Stars, Good Value
Platter's Wine Guide (2024)4.5 Stars, Good Value
National Wine Challenge (2024)Top 100 and Double Platinum
Tim Atkin South Africa Special Report (2024)92 points
Michelangelo International Wine Awards (2024)Double Gold
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Producer Information
Website
Phone
+27 (0)21 863 1039
Email
Owner
Paul and Hugo de Villiers, Family Trusts