2015 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.74%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.63
Total Acidity 6.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Clovelly
Vine Age 30 years
Fermentation Vessels Open fermenters; malolactic fermentation in stainless-steel tanks
Oak Types French oak, new
Production Details Both varieties were harvested together. Skin contact took place in open fermenters, with the cap punched down by hand every two hours; malolactic fermentation occurred in stainless-steel tanks before barrel maturation.
Tasting Notes Deep dark core with ruby-red tint; sweet red fruit, integrated spice and cedar aromas; sweet black fruit, tea leaf, spice, and cedar-oak finish
Food Pairing Matured steak and game dishes
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Beyerskloof, Koelenhof Road, R304, Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7605, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 865 2135
Owner
Beyers Truter
Cellarmaster
Anri Truter