Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 3.1 g/L
pH 3.44
Total Acidity 5.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Merlot
Merlot100%
Drinking Window 6-8 Years
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Tukulu
Elevation 180.0 meters
Orientation East, South West
Vine Age 11 years
Pressing Method Basket Pressed
Maceration 3 days
Oak Aging 26 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 225 liters
Bottling Date June 2019
Production Details Grapes were hand picked at optimal ripeness in early March 2018. The yield was 7.9 tons per ha. Cold soaked for 3 days. Open micro fermenters. Basket pressed. Malolactic fermentation in the barrels. 26 months maturation in a blend of differing age French Oak 225 liters. Production: 4290 liters.
Tasting Notes
deep crimson, dark berry fruit, savoury notes, earthy notes, juicy soft tannins, good acidity
Food Pairing slow roasted pork belly with a reduction of berries, seared tuna
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Bosmans Crossing, 11 Distillery Road, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
Phone
+27 82 894 4764
Email
Owner
Dave and Jane Lello
Cellarmaster
Jane Lello