Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 1.6 g/L
pH 3.62
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir100%
Region Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Soil Rocky, Sandy decomposed granite over heavy clay subsoil approximately 30 cm below the surface
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation North-Facing Mid Slopes
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age Vineyard planted in 2013
Fermentation Vessels Small open-top oak fermenters
Pressing Method Soft Basket Pressing
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 228
Closure Diam
Production Details A Single Vineyard pinot noir from our oldest block.
Tasting Notes
Nose: rose petals, red berries, turned soil
Palate: refined, pure fruit, silky mouthfeel, long savoury finish
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Producer Information
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Address
Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hermanus, South Africa
Email
Owner
Craig and Anne Wessels
Cellarmaster
Craig Wessels