Fat BarrelCase of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Blend 2013 (R65.75 per Bottle, 12 Bottles)
R789
About
Sourced from the South West slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain, approx. 7km North of Stellenbosch. It is full bodied with a deep ruby red colour. Spicy mocha notes with chocolate and tea leaf- classic in style with a long though dry finish.
Product Features
- 12 Bottles
- Vintage: 2013
- Bordeaux Style Red Wine
- 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Franc (OTB)
- Area of origin: Stellenbosch
- Medium-bodied Dry Red
- Winemaker: Chris Keet
- Date Harvested: March 2013
- Date Wine was bottled: August 2015
- Technical Analysis:
- Alcohol 15,18%
- RS 2,60g/l
- Total Acidity 6,00g/l
- pH 3.49
In the Vineyard
Farm Location: South West slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain, approx. 7km North of Stellenbosch
Altitude / Distance from sea: 250m above sea level / ± 30km (± 181⁄2 miles)
Soil & Rootstock: Hutton (Tukulu) & Clovelly, Stony Glenrosa soils & rootstocks Richter 101-14 & R110-R99
Vine age | Trellising | Pruning: 6 – 11 years | Vertical 5&6 wire | 2-node Spur
Vinification
Minimal interference and additions, along with wild fermentations ensured that the wine expressed the unique characteristics of the terroir. At the winery the grapes were chilled overnight. Wild/natural alcoholic fermentation commenced after 3 - 4 days and lasted for 1 - 2 weeks.
Pump-overs were done twice per day to ensure optimum colour, flavour and tannin extraction.
The wine was left to macerate in the skins for 2 - 3 weeks after the completion of fermentation and before pressing. After 12 months as separate components, the wines were racked and blended and returned to barrel for further maturation.
Wood Maturation: 26 Months, 10% new French, 20% 2nd fill & 70% 3rd fill oak barrels.
Winemaker's Notes
Medium-bodied, deep ruby red colour. The combination of grape varieties provide more than the sum of their parts. A very complex bouquet with blackcurrant, red berry, mocha and spicy flavours.
Food Pairing
Beautifully matched to roast chicken, lamb and burgers.
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