Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.57%
Residual Sugar 1.5 g/L
pH 3.58
Total Acidity 5.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz
Shiraz100%
Region Durbanville
Soil Deep red hutton soils
Orientation North-Facing Slopes
Vine Age 22-26 years
Fermentation Vessels Open Fermenters, Tanks
Malolactic Fermentation 100%
Oak Aging 14 months
Oak Types French
Production Details The grapes were harvested at optimum ripeness. Fermentation in open fermenters for 5-7 days at 24°C to 28°C. Punch-downs every 4 hours, pressed at 5° Balling. 100% MLF completed spontaneously in tanks before the wine was transferred for ageing on alternative French oak. 14 months on French oak staves.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black pepper, white pepper, pomegranate, cigar box, cloves, spice
Palate: red fruit, blackcurrant, dark chocolate, spicy finish
Food Pairing powerful red meat dishes, venison, strongly flavoured cheeses, harder cheeses
▸ Sources (1)
Producer Information
Website
Address
Koeberg Road, Durbanville, Cape Town, 7550, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0) 21 976 3361
Email
Owner
Thys Louw
Cellarmaster
Thys Louw