Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.64%
Residual Sugar 2.9 g/L
pH 3.28
Total Acidity 7.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Durif
Cabernet Sauvignon41%
Merlot17%
Malbec14%
Syrah13%
Petit Verdot10%
Durif5%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Weathered granite, Koffie klip
Orientation North-Facing
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Concrete Tank, Oak Barrel
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 25% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak25%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300L barrels
Production Details Sourced entirely from estate-grown DeMorgenzon grapes in the Stellenbosch Kloof. The 2022 growing season began with a cool, wet winter. Spring brought mild weather and even temperatures, allowing for homogenised bud break. Summer arrived with warm, dry weather, resulting in great berry concentration and ripening for later picks. All the grapes used in this blend were meticulously hand-harvested and naturally fermented in stainless steel and concrete tanks. During fermentation, the wine received gentle yet prolonged pump overs to stabilize its dark, rich hue. Malolactic fermentation and maturation occurred in 300L French oak barrels, with up to 25% new oak, for 18 months.
Tasting Notes
Nose: cassis, red fruit, dried herbs, perfume, plums
Palate: soft, silky, cigar box, black fruit
Critics Ratings Platter's Wine Guide 2026: 4.5 stars
Platter's Wine Guide 20264.5 stars
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Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa