Cape Blend

CAPE BLEND The significant amount of Pinotage coupled with the estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon marries into a union of old and new world bliss. Subdued spiciness and ripe plum flavours dominate. VINTAGE: 2018 ORIGIN: Robertson VARIETY: 56% Pinotage, 22% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc SOIL TYPE: Red Clay Karoo Soil VINIFICATION The grapes were harvested at 25° balling and crushed into the main tank. Fermentation took place at 28°C. The grapes were pressed at 5° balling and MLF took place in the the tank after which it was pumped into barrels. MATURATION: 2nd fill American and French Oak for 12 months. ANALYSIS Alc: 14.5 % R.S: 3.4 g/l pH: 3.41 TA: 6.0 g/l FOOD SUGGESTIONS: Lamb and Aubergine burger with caramelized red onion