Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.74%
Residual Sugar 3.3 g/L
pH 3.58
Total Acidity 6.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz, Mourvedre, Viognier
Shiraz62%
Mourvedre36%
Viognier2%
Region Franschhoek
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Oak Aging 24 months
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Oak Types French
Production Details The Shiraz (62%) and Viognier (2%) grapes were co-fermented with 30% whole cluster, carbonic macerated grapes to freshen up and give additional spice and fragrance to the wine. The Mourvedre (36%) was picked very ripe to allow soft, round tannins to be extracted during fermentation in stainless steel. After fermentation, the two components were taken to 15% new French oak barriques for natural malolactic fermentation and maturation, where the wine spent 24 months before a light filtration and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black pepper, white pepper, red fruit, allspice
Palate: balanced structure, acidity, ripe tannins, long dry finish, hint of oak
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Green Valley Road, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 876 2182
Email
Owner
Nigel and Joy McNaught
Cellarmaster
Craig McNaught