Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.6%
Residual Sugar 4.7 g/L
pH 3.3
Total Acidity 5.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Shiraz, Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Petit Verdot, Durif, Viognier
Shiraz39%
Pinotage23%
Cabernet Sauvignon16%
Grenache9%
Petit Verdot6%
Durif4%
Viognier3%
Drinking Window 8-10 years
Region Worcester
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Destemmed
Maceration 3 days
Oak Aging 12 months (365 days)
Oak Types French Oak, American Oak
Extended Maceration Yes
Production Details All varieties vinified and barrel-matured separately with some varieties undergoing whole-bunch fermentation. Cold soak 3-4 days, portion of juice drawn off to maximize skin contact and colour extraction. Fermented in barrels followed by malolactic fermentation. Matured in French and American oak barrels for 12 months, then blended before bottling.
Tasting Notes
deep dark black fruit, ripe mulberry, spice, vanilla, white pepper, velvety tannins, long-lingering aftertaste
Food Pairing oxtail stew, grilled peri-peri chicken, venison pie
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Alfalfa Farm, Scherpenheuwel Road, Worcester, 6850, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 905 0653
Email
Owner
Alvi's Drift Family