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- Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2021 |
| ABV | 14% |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Sub-Region | Stellenbosch |
| Main Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon (90%) |
| Expression | Red, Richly Textured and Full-Bodied |
Tasting note
Forceful South African Cabernet, full of black cherry, blackcurrant and chocolate on a background of warm, toasty oak, freshened by a breath of mint.
In the press
Viticulture
Sourced from selected parcels planted between 1998 and 1999 in Hutton soils (decomposed granite) at a density of 3200 vines per ha. Vineyard practices include vertical hedge trellising, pruning to 2 bud spurs every 15cm and supplementary drip irrigation.
Vinification
Harvest was carried out by hand.The bunches were de-stalked and the berries hand sorted before crushing and fermenting in stainless steel tanks. Pump overs were performed for 6 days before a further maceration of 5 days. After pressing, the wine was then racked to 50% new French oak barrels for malo-lactic fermentation and 20 months ageing.
Food Match
The intense berry fruit in this wine make it an excellent partner to dishes like roast turkey or try with a fine piece of British beef.
| Closure | Natural Cork | ||||
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| Suitable for | Vegans Vegetarians | ||||
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| pH | 3.58 | ||||
| Total Acidity | 6.2g/l Tartaric | ||||
| Residual Sugar | 1.6g/l | ||||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||||
| SKU Code | 27266121 |