Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 2.5 g/L
pH 3.47
Total Acidity 5.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Viognier
Shiraz74%
Mourvèdre23%
Viognier3%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Granite/tukulu (decomposed granite), Table mountain sandstone
Grape Clone Shiraz - 9C & 21A, Mourvèdre - MT11A, Viognier - VR1A.
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Malolactic Fermentation 100%
Maceration 4 days
Oak Aging 12 months
Oak Types American, French
Barrel Size 225L barrels
Bottling Date 24th February 2020
Production Details The Viognier was partly fermented in stainless steel tanks and then completed fermentation and malo-lactic in 60% new French oak 225L barrels. Both red varieties received four days pre-fermentation cold maceration prior to fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The Shiraz and Mourvedre then completed malolactic fermentation in 70% new oak 225L barrels and matured in these same barrels. The Shiraz and Mourvedre was then blended and matured in 40% American and 60% French oak barrel for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Nose: musk, lavender, granite
Palate: savoury plums, white pepper, smooth velvety tannins, long rich finish
Critics Ratings Decanter World Wine Awards 2022: 92 Points
Decanter World Wine Awards 202292 Points
Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge90 Points
John Platter 20234 Stars
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Da Capo Vineyards, Somerset West 7130, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 858 1088
Email
Cellarmaster
Reino Thiart