Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 2.1 g/L
pH 3.43
Total Acidity 5.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon79%
Malbec14%
Merlot4%
Cabernet Franc3%
Region Stellenbosch
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 60% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak60%
Second Fill Oak40%
Oak Types French
Production Details 18 months in 60% new French oak, balance in second fill.
Tasting Notes
Nose: blackberries, fynbos, dark chocolate
Palate: blackcurrants, raspberries, smoky undertones, plush texture, fine grippy tannins, long finish
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin: 95 points
Tim Atkin95 points
Producer Information
Website
Address
PO Box 12756, Die Boord, 7613, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 865 2541
Email
Owner
Mackenzie Family (since 1987)
Cellarmaster
Reynie Oosthuizen