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The wine displays a deep ruby colour with distinct cherry and mulberry flavours and subtle hints of coriander, spice and pecan nuts. Elegant and well integrated with youthful tannins and a lingering aftertaste.

Winemaker 

Schalk-Willem Joubert

Alcohol 

13.5  %vol

pH 

3.6

RS 

2.5   g/l

Total Acid 

5.5   g/l

Yield 

7  ton/H

Appellation 

Western Cape

TASTING NOTES 
The wine displays a deep ruby colour with distinct cherry and mulberry flavours and subtle hints of coriander, spice and pecan nuts. Elegant and well integrated with youthful tannins and a lingering aftertaste.
 
IN THE VINEYARD
Cultivar: Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Merlot 51%.
Appellation: Wine of Origin Western Cape.
Age of vines: 9 to 19 years.
Irrigation: Drip Irrigation.
 
THE HARVEST
The grapes were hand-picked from mid February to end April 2006 with an average yield of 7 ton per hectare.
 
AGEING POTENTIAL
This wine has an ageing potential of 5 years from vintage.
 
BLEND INFORMATION
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot.
 
FOOD SUGGESTIONS
Recommended with springbok carpaccio, rack of lamb or wild mushroom risotto.

 

Available at major supermarkets while stocks last.  Information by rupert-rothschildvihnerons.com