Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.4%
Residual Sugar 3.2 g/L
pH 3.47
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Iron-rich soil with well-decomposed shale and 15-20% clay content; hutton and oakleaf soil
Elevation 320.0 meters
Orientation N/E To S/W Row Direction; Southern Slope
Sites 60% Upper Devon Valley fruit and 40% Banhoek Valley fruit
Vine Age 7 years and 18 years
Oak Aging 12 months
Oak Details 80% Second Fill Oak
Second Fill Oak80%
Third Fill Oak20%
Oak Types French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Extended Maceration Yes
Production Details The grapes were crushed, destemmed and cold soaked for two days prior to inoculation. Fermentation peaked at 28C with regular controlled pump overs for colour and tannin extraction. After extended maceration, the skins were gently pressed and malolactic conversion was completed in tank and barrels. The wine matured for 12 months in 100% French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes
Nose: ripe plum, bramble, violets
Palate: black currant, black cherry, subtle bramble, firm refined tannin, oak complexity
Critics Ratings Robert Parker - Wine Advocate 2023: 90 Points
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate 202390 Points
Cabernet Sauvignon Challenge 2023Gold
John Platter Guide 2023 by Diners Club International4.5 Stars
Gilbert & Gaillard Awards 202289 Points - Gold
Veritas 2022Silver
Michelangelo Awards 2022Gold
Tim Atkin 202291 Points
Decanter 202288 Points
Old Mutual Trophy 202285 Points
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
Website
Address
Devon Valley Road, Devon Valley, Stellenbosch 7600, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 865 8100
Email
Owner
Bernard Fontannaz
Cellarmaster
Debbie Thompson