Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Residual Sugar 1.8 g/L
pH 3.45
Total Acidity 5.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Merlot
Merlot100%
Drinking Window 5 to 15 years from vintage
Region Stellenbosch
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Oak Types French
Extended Maceration Yes
Production Details The vineyards were given a green harvest at véraison to ensure evenly ripe fruit. Picking was decided by tasting, thereby ensuring optimal ripeness. All grapes were handpicked and sorted in the vineyard, transported to the cellar, destemmed and lightly crushed. The grapes were cold-soaked and then inoculated with French-sourced yeast. The must was fermented between 24 and 26° Celsius and pumped over daily. An extended maceration took place, followed by fractional pressing. After settling, the wine went to French oak for malolactic fermentation. Barrel aging for 18 months in French oak, 40% new.
Tasting Notes
deep ruby red, smoky nose, striking red fruits, liquorice, silky smooth palate, taut tannins, tart cherries, vanilla, savoury undertone
Food Pairing crispy panko-crusted pork with tangy mustard cream sauce, roasted tomato pasta with fresh basil and Parmesan, juicy beef burger layered with sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and a hint of truffle aioli
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin: 93
Tim Atkin93
Platter's SA Wine Guide4.5 stars
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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