Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 2.8 g/L
pH 3.36
Total Acidity 5.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvedre
Grenache79%
Shiraz11%
Mourvedre10%
Drinking Window Best enjoyed from 5 years after vintage, evolving for up to 15 years.
Region Stellenbosch
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Oak Types French
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details 18 months in 30% new French oak barrels, balance on second and third fill.
Tasting Notes
fresh cherries, blackberries, lifted spice, sage, lavender freshness, bright, juicy, vibrant fruit, summer herbs, fine tannins, well-integrated tannins, satisfying crunch, fresh finish, lifted finish
Food Pairing rustic terrines, charcuterie boards, confit duck, lighter fare like vegetable casseroles, grilled steak salad
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin MW: 93 points
Tim Atkin MW93 points
James Suckling93 points (Top 100 Wines of SA 2024)
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Producer Information
Website
Address
PO Box 12756, Die Boord, 7613, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 865 2541
Owner
Mackenzie Family (since 1987)
Cellarmaster
Reynie Oosthuizen