Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.68%
Residual Sugar 2.2 g/L
pH 3.44
Total Acidity 5.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties Cinsaut
Cinsaut100%
Drinking Window To be enjoyed in the 2 to 15 years after vintage.
Region Wellington
Vine Age planted 2003; previous vineyard planted 1964
Oak Aging 12 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 225L and 500L
Production Details This is Bosman's humble (and modern) take on what a Wellington bush vine Cinsaut could look like. The vineyard is harvested in three components, picked only days apart. The grapes are hand sorted, de-stemmed and slightly crushed. Spontaneous fermentation is facilitated with daily punch downs and pump overs. A total of 10% of the wine fermented as a whole bunch component and 10% with stem contact to add freshness and complexity. The wine spent extended time on the skins after fermentation, followed by a 12-month maturation period in 225L and 500L French oak barrels. The 2021 vintage saw 12% new oak. Gently filtered.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Lovely fresh berry flavours with hints of tobacco, spice and savoury notes
Palate: Luscious and concentrated although of medium body. A bold wine with an elegant structure.
Food Pairing antipasti platter with cured meat and sausage, barbecued meat, Italian tomato-based dishes
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Hexberg Road, Wellington, 7655, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 864 1037
Email
Owner
Bosman Adama (Pty) Ltd
Cellarmaster
Corlea Fourie