Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.4%
Residual Sugar 2.9 g/L
pH 3.49
Total Acidity 5.3 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Nero D'Avola
Nero D'Avola100%
Drinking Window To be enjoyed 2 - 7 years after vintage.
Region Wellington
Maceration 21 days
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Hand-picked, hand-sorted, destemmed and lightly crushed; 2 days of skin maceration before fermentation; regular punch downs during fermentation; 3 weeks on skins before pressing; 18 months in 20% new French oak with 2nd and 3rd fill barrels; matured for a few months after blending. The vintage followed a very early harvest with lower yields and concentrated flavours.
Tasting Notes
Nose: fresh red berry, spice
Palate: luscious fruit concentration, good tannin structure, lingering finish
Food Pairing lasagne, roasted aubergine salad, grilled steak, aromatic curry
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Hexberg Road, Wellington, 7655, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 864 1037
Email
Owner
Bosman Adama (Pty) Ltd
Cellarmaster
Corlea Fourie