2005 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 21.99%
Residual Sugar 92.8 g/L
pH 3.67
Total Acidity 6.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 240 kcal / glass
150ml glass240 kcal
750ml bottle1200 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Verdelho
Classification Wine of Origin Stellenbosch; Madeira-style fortified wine, Rainwater – Extra Reserve
Region Stellenbosch
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Oak Types Seasoned oak
Production Volume 757 bottles
Bottles757
Production Details Grapes remained on the vines for five additional weeks and reached 31.7° Balling through natural dehydration in a hot, dry vintage. Following skin contact and stainless-steel fermentation, the wine was fortified at 100 g/L residual sugar without added sulphur.
Tasting Notes Roasted almonds, caramel, burnt toffee, coffee, frankincense and nutty marzipan; weighty yet fresh, with a caramelised walnut-amber hue, layered complexity and integrated sweetness, acidity and spirit warmth.
Food Pairing Serve slightly chilled at 13–15°C in a small Port-style glass, as an aperitif or with cheeses, roasted nuts, or Malva pudding.
Producer Information
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Address
Kromme Rhee Road, Stellenbosch District, Koelenhof, 7605
Phone
+27 (0)21 888 4940
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Owner
Malan Family (3rd generation)