Accolades
South African Young Wines Show 2002: Gold
John Platter Wine Guide 2004: 4 Stars
Wine Magazine February 2004: 4 Stars
International Wine Challenge 2004: Seal of Approval
Veritas 2005: Silver
Swiss Airlines: Seal of approval
Tasting Notes
On the palate, this Bordeaux blend is well structured with ripe juicy fruit flavors and accessible tannins. The nose, although shy at first, offers hints of cassis with just a whiff of cigars.
Blend Information
59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, 6% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot
About The Harvest
The grapes were hand picked into lug boxes.
In The Cellar
Pre cooled to 5º. Cold soaked for3 days. 14 months in French Oak.