This wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon with all the grapes coming from the Estate. On the nose you have a bouquet of Violets intertwined with aromas of black and blue berries and a hint of Tobacco. On the pallet you have an elegant tannin structure with dark berries, cassis and a long finish.
Platters Wine Guide: 87 Points
Tim Atkin: 94 Points
Vintage: 2017
Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Winemaking Notes
After the harvesting of the grapes the must has been cold soaked for 7 days at a temperature of 7°C. Thereafter it was fermented for 8 days in open concrete tanks with 5 punch downs a day. Finally, the must was oaked for 12 months in French and European oak 30% new oak, 20% second fill and the rest an even split between third to fifth fill barrels.
Alcohol: 14.5%
RS: 1.3g/l
pH:3.6
TA: 5.7g/l
TSO2: 48mg/l
Drinking Temperature
16-18°C
Pairing
Perfectly paired with Grilled Beef, Spareribs and Roasted Duck Breast. Braised dishes and matured cheese mate beautiful.
Storability
Drinking well now, but perfect after aging for 3-7 years.
