Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 4 g/L
pH 3.24
Total Acidity 5.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Shiraz
Grenache59%
Mourvedre17%
Cinsault13%
Shiraz11%
Region Western Cape
Soil Shale and decomposed shale with clay sub-soil
Harvest Dates February 13-28, 2023
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel Tank, Oak Barrel
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Lees Aging 2 months
Oak Types older French oak
Production Details A warm and dry winter preceded the 2023 harvest, with fairly even budding occurring slightly earlier than the previous year. The warm conditions continued throughout the growing season, which eventually led to an overall lighter crop in most regions. Heavy rains early in December brought great relief, and ensured that the vines were in good condition leading up to harvest. For most part of the season, conditions were ideal and the quality of fruit outstanding. Unusually high and continuous rainfall in March created some challenges for later ripening regions and varietals. Overall, a great quality vintage that promises to deliver some outstanding wines. This premium, elegant rose is made in a similar style to the roses of Provence, France. Grapes were handpicked into lug boxes and transported to the cellar where they were cooled overnight. Only the best quality free run juice was selected and settled before spontaneous fermentation by indigenous yeast, lasting between 2 to 5 weeks, occurred in both stainless steel tanks and older French oak barrels (11%). The wine spent 2 months on the fine lees before being blended and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Nose: soft floral cherry, blueberry
Palate: apple, melon, berries, cherries, strawberry
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin MW: 90 Points
Tim Atkin MW90 Points
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Johann Rupert