Accolades
2008 Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show – Bronze Medal (70/100)
2008 International Wine Challenge - Silver Medal
4 Star John Platter Wine Guide
Rated 4½ stars in September 2007 Wine Magazine: Best SA Bordeaux-styled Blend
Gold and Regional Trophy in the 2007 Decanter World Wine Awards for the Best South African Bordeaux-styled Blend over £10 in the UK.
Winner of the International Trophy at the 2007 Decanter World Wine Awards for the Best Bordeaux Styled Blend in the World in the over £10 category.
Tasting Notes
2008 Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show - Bronze Medal (70/100)
2008 International Wine Challenge - Silver Medal
4 Star John Platter Wine Guide
Rated 4½ stars in September 2007 Wine Magazine: Best SA Bordeaux-styled Blend
Gold and Regional Trophy in the 2007 Decanter World Wine Awards for the Best South African Bordeaux-styled Blend over £10 in the UK.
Winner of the International Trophy at the 2007 Decanter World Wine Awards for the Best Bordeaux Styled Blend in the World in the over £10 category.
Dark red colour perfumed spicyness with berry fruits on the nose. Good mouth-feel with grainy dusty tannins balanced and integrated. A food wine!
Blend Information
88% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon
In The Vineyard
Aspect: South-West facing slopes
Elevation: 310m – 500m
Soil Type: Medium texture gravelly soils with a structured clay layer
Rootstock: R99, R110, 101-14, Ruggerie 140
Planting Date: 1999 - 2001
Irrigation: Yes
Trellising: Extended Perold
Plant Density: 2 564 – 3 333 vines / ha
About The Harvest
Harvest Date: 17 March 2004 – 15 April 2004
Analysis at Harvest: Sugar: 24 – 24.5° B
Total acid: 4.4 – 6.7
pH: 3.43 – 3.55
Yeasts: BDX
