Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.73%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
pH 3.65
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon100%
Drinking Window One to three years
Region Western Cape
Soil Red slate and hutton
Elevation 1036.0 meters
Orientation South-West
Harvest Dates 28 March - 30 April 2022
Grape Clone 163C (Scleipp), CS46, 32 and 27 on Richter 99
Maceration 10 days
Oak Aging 15 months
Oak Details 24% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak24%
Second Fill Oak40%
Third Fill Oak36%
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 225L
Oak Toast Level Medium, Medium-Plus
Extended Maceration Yes
Production Details Cederberg Wines states the site sits at 1,036 metres above sea level in a cool continental climate. Grapes were hand-harvested at 24.5-25.5 B, then cold soaked for two days and inoculated with yeast. Fermentation included regular pumpovers every six hours and two to three manual punchdowns, with a maximum temperature of 27 C. After fermentation, the wine spent 10-14 days on skins before pressing and transfer to French oak barrels, where malolactic fermentation was completed. Maturation lasted 15 months.
Tasting Notes
Nose: plums, blackcurrant, ripe cherry, violet, subtle spice
Palate: pure fruit expression, silky structured tannins, refreshing acidity, dark berry, gentle oak
Food Pairing rare grilled rump steak with rosemary, slow-roasted lamb, thyme and black pepper-crusted beef fillet, lentil and mushroom shepherd's pie, Parmigiano Reggiano, mature cheddar
Critics Ratings Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards 2024: Double Gold
Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards 2024Double Gold
Producer Information
Website
Address
Dwarsrivier Farm, Citrusdal, 7340, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)27 482 2827
Email
Owner
Nieuwoudt Family (David Nieuwoudt, Emma Nieuwoudt)
Cellarmaster
David Nieuwoudt