Description
VINTAGE
The vines emerged from a cold, wet Winter and enjoyed even budding in the Spring of 2012. Strong winds in early Summer affected the yields and canopies of some varieties but cool and consistent weather in early 2013 resulted in later than usual ripening. The cool growing season meant the grapes reaching their flavour ripeness with low sugars resulting in medium-bodied, elegant wines being produced.
VINEYARDS
Wine of Origin Stellenbosch
Varietal Blended 100% Shiraz
Soil Types Glenrosa, Bains vlei and Hutton
Trellising/Pruning System VSP (Vertical Shoot Positioned), 2 Node Spur Pruned
Irrigation Type Drip irrigation
Picking Method & Date Hand Picked, March 2013
WINEMAKING
Extraction method crushed and de-stemmed fruit, pumped over during ferment
Fermentation vessel stainless steel tanks
Yeast Cultured Active Dry Wine Yeast
Extended Maceration None
Oak Aging 16 Months
Age and Type of Oak 98% French oak and 2% American oak barrels
Fining Agents Used Egg White (Albumen)
Final Analysis Alc v/v: 13.96% TA 5.5g/L pH 3.54 RS 3.1g/L
Bottling Date October 2014
WINE
Tasting Note
This Shiraz has plenty of natural brambly red and black fruit on the well-defined nose. The palate is medium bodied with a fine line of acidity, crisp tannins and expressive red berry fruit mixed with spice and cloves on the finish.
Aging Potential Designed for early drinking +-7 years from vintage
