Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.82%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
pH 3.46
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Pinotage56%
Cabernet Sauvignon38%
Merlot6%
Drinking Window 5 to 8 years
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Malmesbury shale, Weathered granite
Orientation North-Facing
Oak Aging 17 months
Oak Details 24% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak24%
Second Fill Oak50%
Third Fill Oak26%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 500 L barrels
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Serving Temperature 18°C · 64°F
Production Details All grapes were hand-picked at optimum ripeness with meticulous sorting done in the vineyard. All the different batches had a two-day cold maceration before fermentation commenced. The Pinotage spent a total of six days on the skins before pressing, with regular punch-downs occurring after inoculation. The Cabernet Sauvignon spent a total of 17 days on the skins. Pump-overs were done 2-4 times a day during fermentation. Similarly, the Merlot fermentation lasted 16 days on the skins, with regular punch-downs. Subsequently, malolactic fermentation took place in barrel. The wine then matured for 17 months in 500 L barrels, 100% French oak, utilising 24% new barrels alongside 50% second-fill and 26% third-fill barrels.
Tasting Notes
Nose: toasty oak, wild berry, jammy fruit, blackberry, plum, dark chocolate
Palate: rich texture, creamy finish, vibrant acidity, refreshing crispness
Food Pairing Egyptian dukkha-crusted beef fillet medallions, slow-roasted pork belly, springbok espetada, toasted duck, grilled ostrich steak
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Kromme Rhee Road, Stellenbosch District, Koelenhof, 7605
Phone
+27 (0)21 888 4940
Email
Owner
Malan Family (3rd generation)