Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 1.7 g/L
pH 3.51
Total Acidity 6.1 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Merlot97%
Cabernet Franc3%
Drinking Window 2024-2032
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Decomposed granite with clay subsoil rich in iron
Orientation South-West Facing
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 24 months
Oak Details 80% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak80%
Second Fill Oak20%
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 225L
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Closure Cork
Production Details Single vineyard Merlot blend (97% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc) from south-west facing block on False Bay side of Helderberg. Biodynamic/organic farming without pesticides or herbicides. Natural fermentation with soft handling to preserve natural lusciousness. Matured 24 months in 80% new French oak barrels (225L), followed by minimum 24 months bottle aging before release.
Certifications Biodynamic, Organic
Producer Information
Website
Address
Off the R44, Helderberg Pad, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Phone
021 855 2005