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Groot Phesantekraal
Durbanville, South Africa
Groot Phesantekraal is a historic farm in the Durbanville wine region where a resourceful family combines a respect for their heritage and a passion for progress to produce accessible wines of excellence.
Syrah Rosé 2023
VITICULTURE
The Syrah is planted on a lower end of a south facing slope which ensures freshness and an elegant bouquet in the final product. The VSP system ensures optimal light penetration for great colour development.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.35
Alc: 13.12%
TA: 7.4g/l
RS: 2.4 g/l
VINTAGE
The debut vintage of our Syrah Rose produced from the oldest block on the estate lends itself to be packed with finesse and concentration. An early ripening season in comparison with the general trend ensured beautiful healthy grapes with great colour development.
TASTING NOTES
The Syrah Rose has a vibrant blush hue. Elegance is the focal point of this wine. Whispers of beautiful red fruit follow through to the palate with a well-integrated saline finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The strawberry and raspberry flavours of this wine pair particularly well with rich cheeses and creamy dishes. Ideal dishes include a crisp watermelon and mint salad, a cheese soufflé or a rich, creamy seafood dish. Our Rosé beautifully balances fresh and rich flavours to keep your tastebuds tingling.
The Syrah is planted on a lower end of a south facing slope which ensures freshness and an elegant bouquet in the final product. The VSP system ensures optimal light penetration for great colour development.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.35
Alc: 13.12%
TA: 7.4g/l
RS: 2.4 g/l
VINTAGE
The debut vintage of our Syrah Rose produced from the oldest block on the estate lends itself to be packed with finesse and concentration. An early ripening season in comparison with the general trend ensured beautiful healthy grapes with great colour development.
TASTING NOTES
The Syrah Rose has a vibrant blush hue. Elegance is the focal point of this wine. Whispers of beautiful red fruit follow through to the palate with a well-integrated saline finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The strawberry and raspberry flavours of this wine pair particularly well with rich cheeses and creamy dishes. Ideal dishes include a crisp watermelon and mint salad, a cheese soufflé or a rich, creamy seafood dish. Our Rosé beautifully balances fresh and rich flavours to keep your tastebuds tingling.
Blanc de Blanc
Cap Classique 2022
VITICULTURE
Grown on a lower south facing slope in Philadelphia within a nearby proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. This factor allows for slow ripening conditions, which led to harvesting of Chardonnay at the end of January.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.17
Alc: 11.54%
TA: 7.8 g/l
RS: 5.6 g/l
TASTING NOTES
An initial luring character of shortbread, lime, and nuance of vanilla introduces the seriousness of this Cap Classique. The wine has a distinctive umami character finishing off the palate with lime zest, nougat, almonds and a chalkiness.
FOOD PAIRING
Beautiful fresh crisp flavours with lovely dairy nuances combine well with fresh citrus based salads such as Salmon Nicoise, light sushi and red wine shallot vinaigrette infused oysters. Bubbles for breakfast. Yes, our Cap Classique with underlying brioche flavours certainly lends itself to be enjoyed with your favourite French toast with diplomat.
Grown on a lower south facing slope in Philadelphia within a nearby proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. This factor allows for slow ripening conditions, which led to harvesting of Chardonnay at the end of January.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.17
Alc: 11.54%
TA: 7.8 g/l
RS: 5.6 g/l
TASTING NOTES
An initial luring character of shortbread, lime, and nuance of vanilla introduces the seriousness of this Cap Classique. The wine has a distinctive umami character finishing off the palate with lime zest, nougat, almonds and a chalkiness.
FOOD PAIRING
Beautiful fresh crisp flavours with lovely dairy nuances combine well with fresh citrus based salads such as Salmon Nicoise, light sushi and red wine shallot vinaigrette infused oysters. Bubbles for breakfast. Yes, our Cap Classique with underlying brioche flavours certainly lends itself to be enjoyed with your favourite French toast with diplomat.
Anna de Koning
Barrel fermented
Chenin Blanc 2023
VITICULTURE
The vines are planted in a vertical shoot positioning (VSP) trellis system. Leaves are removed during the ripening stages to prevent the fruit rotting. Sun kissed bunches add complexity to the wine. Vines are planted on a combination of Malmesbury shale and deeper clay soils with good water holding capacity which ensures even growth during dry periods.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.35
Alc: 13.12%
TA: 7.4g/l
RS: 2.4 g/l
VINTAGE
The Chenin Blanc ripened later than usual which allowed for extended hang time in the vineyard, leading to higher concentration of flavours in the bunches. Made from block 7, which is split into two smaller blocks, where the row direction is perpendicular to one another. This allows for a complex flavour in the final product.
TASTING NOTES
This perfume driven Chenin blanc has intense tropical aromas extending from guava, pear, black currant to citrussy notes ranging from grapefruit to lemon. The wine also has flintiness to it with nuances of jasmine. The palate is voluptuous with a smooth tropical finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The fresh and delicate nuances of wet stone and zesty citrus pair beautifully with seasonal salads, giving the sense of a year-round summer. A crispy, crumbed chicken salad would be a firm favourite, but grilled line fish with a squeeze of lime or a creamy sweet corn risotto would also pair well.
The vines are planted in a vertical shoot positioning (VSP) trellis system. Leaves are removed during the ripening stages to prevent the fruit rotting. Sun kissed bunches add complexity to the wine. Vines are planted on a combination of Malmesbury shale and deeper clay soils with good water holding capacity which ensures even growth during dry periods.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.35
Alc: 13.12%
TA: 7.4g/l
RS: 2.4 g/l
VINTAGE
The Chenin Blanc ripened later than usual which allowed for extended hang time in the vineyard, leading to higher concentration of flavours in the bunches. Made from block 7, which is split into two smaller blocks, where the row direction is perpendicular to one another. This allows for a complex flavour in the final product.
TASTING NOTES
This perfume driven Chenin blanc has intense tropical aromas extending from guava, pear, black currant to citrussy notes ranging from grapefruit to lemon. The wine also has flintiness to it with nuances of jasmine. The palate is voluptuous with a smooth tropical finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The fresh and delicate nuances of wet stone and zesty citrus pair beautifully with seasonal salads, giving the sense of a year-round summer. A crispy, crumbed chicken salad would be a firm favourite, but grilled line fish with a squeeze of lime or a creamy sweet corn risotto would also pair well.
Marizanne Sauvignon Blanc Reserve 2023
VITICULTURE
The grapes for this vintage hails predominantly from block 5, the older block and with a minor contribution from the younger vines in block 10. All the grapes are sourced from vines on the higher end of the south facing slopes.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.47
Alc: 12.95%
TA: 7.1 g/l
RS: 3.3 g/l
PODUCTION AND AGEING
Total production of 4300 bottles.
Juice from the older block is fermented in amphora with skins and in barrels, whereas the juice from the younger vines were fermented in a concrete egg. The wine is matured in separate vessels for approximately 9 months and blended proportionally afterwards.
TASTING NOTES
DInviting aromas of quince, cumquat and orange blossom which follow through on the palate with hints of mango, nutmeg, and vanilla bean. The palate in the 2023 vintage has got beautiful tension and tightness which will allow the wine to open up in the years to come.
FOOD PAIRING
Fluffy passionfruit sponge cake served with poached pears, white
chocolate pastry cream and a vanilla bean ice cream or
CrispyPanko crumbed chicken breast served with pickled
cucumbers, baby marrow and peas, topped with creamy brie
and red onion.
The grapes for this vintage hails predominantly from block 5, the older block and with a minor contribution from the younger vines in block 10. All the grapes are sourced from vines on the higher end of the south facing slopes.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.47
Alc: 12.95%
TA: 7.1 g/l
RS: 3.3 g/l
PODUCTION AND AGEING
Total production of 4300 bottles.
Juice from the older block is fermented in amphora with skins and in barrels, whereas the juice from the younger vines were fermented in a concrete egg. The wine is matured in separate vessels for approximately 9 months and blended proportionally afterwards.
TASTING NOTES
DInviting aromas of quince, cumquat and orange blossom which follow through on the palate with hints of mango, nutmeg, and vanilla bean. The palate in the 2023 vintage has got beautiful tension and tightness which will allow the wine to open up in the years to come.
FOOD PAIRING
Fluffy passionfruit sponge cake served with poached pears, white
chocolate pastry cream and a vanilla bean ice cream or
CrispyPanko crumbed chicken breast served with pickled
cucumbers, baby marrow and peas, topped with creamy brie
and red onion.
Chenin Blanc 2024
VITICULTURE
TThe vines are planted in a vertical shoot positioning (VSP) trellis system. Leaves are removed during the ripening stages to prevent the fruit rotting. Sun kissed bunches add complexity to the wine. Vines are planted on a combination of Malmesbury shale and deeper clay soils with good water holding capacity which ensures even growth during dry periods.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.35
Alc: 13.12%
TA: 7.4g/l
RS: 2.4 g/l
VINTAGE
The Chenin Blanc ripened later than usual which allowed for extended hang time in the vineyard, leading to higher concentration of flavours in the bunches. Made from block 7, which is split into two smaller blocks, where the row direction is perpendicular to one another. This allows for a complex flavour in the final product.
TASTING NOTES
This perfume driven Chenin blanc has intense tropical aromas extending from guava, pear, black currant to citrussy notes ranging from grapefruit to lemon. The wine also has flintiness to it with nuances of jasmine. The palate is voluptuous with a smooth tropical finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The fresh and delicate nuances of wet stone and zesty citrus pair beautifully with seasonal salads, giving the sense of a year-round summer. A crispy, crumbed chicken salad would be a firm favourite, but grilled line fish with a squeeze of lime or a creamy sweet corn risotto would also pair well.
TThe vines are planted in a vertical shoot positioning (VSP) trellis system. Leaves are removed during the ripening stages to prevent the fruit rotting. Sun kissed bunches add complexity to the wine. Vines are planted on a combination of Malmesbury shale and deeper clay soils with good water holding capacity which ensures even growth during dry periods.
ORIGIN
Cape Town, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.35
Alc: 13.12%
TA: 7.4g/l
RS: 2.4 g/l
VINTAGE
The Chenin Blanc ripened later than usual which allowed for extended hang time in the vineyard, leading to higher concentration of flavours in the bunches. Made from block 7, which is split into two smaller blocks, where the row direction is perpendicular to one another. This allows for a complex flavour in the final product.
TASTING NOTES
This perfume driven Chenin blanc has intense tropical aromas extending from guava, pear, black currant to citrussy notes ranging from grapefruit to lemon. The wine also has flintiness to it with nuances of jasmine. The palate is voluptuous with a smooth tropical finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The fresh and delicate nuances of wet stone and zesty citrus pair beautifully with seasonal salads, giving the sense of a year-round summer. A crispy, crumbed chicken salad would be a firm favourite, but grilled line fish with a squeeze of lime or a creamy sweet corn risotto would also pair well.
Sauvignon Blanc 2023
VITICULTURE
The vines were planted in a north-south direction with cooling winds in the late afternoon. Planted at a high altitude in Malmesbury Shale with deep clay allowing for more intense flavours. Strict yield control and considered viticultural practices during the season, allow for an open canopy which invites in the cool south westerly winds, creating a favourable microclimate for the grapes to retain aromatic precursors whilst ripening.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
pH: 3.38
Alc: 13.34%
TA: 6.5 g/l
RS: 1.4 g/l
TASTING NOTES
The 2023 Sauvignon blanc expresses the epitome of elegance. Luring notes of passion fruit, white pear and fresh almond shavings followed by a fresh, salivating palate. The finish has subtle flavours of the Cape Gooseberry intertwined with nuances of capsicum.
VINTAGE
Roasted Oak flavours lend themselves to game meat, in particular Springbok carpaccio or shank, rich roasted-tomato Italian style Gnocchi, or salty Olive tapenade and cured anchovy paste. Imagine walking through dried autumn leaves or sitting beside a crackling wood fire. Our Berliet knows how to bring atmosphere to a table.
The vines were planted in a north-south direction with cooling winds in the late afternoon. Planted at a high altitude in Malmesbury Shale with deep clay allowing for more intense flavours. Strict yield control and considered viticultural practices during the season, allow for an open canopy which invites in the cool south westerly winds, creating a favourable microclimate for the grapes to retain aromatic precursors whilst ripening.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
pH: 3.38
Alc: 13.34%
TA: 6.5 g/l
RS: 1.4 g/l
TASTING NOTES
The 2023 Sauvignon blanc expresses the epitome of elegance. Luring notes of passion fruit, white pear and fresh almond shavings followed by a fresh, salivating palate. The finish has subtle flavours of the Cape Gooseberry intertwined with nuances of capsicum.
VINTAGE
Roasted Oak flavours lend themselves to game meat, in particular Springbok carpaccio or shank, rich roasted-tomato Italian style Gnocchi, or salty Olive tapenade and cured anchovy paste. Imagine walking through dried autumn leaves or sitting beside a crackling wood fire. Our Berliet knows how to bring atmosphere to a table.
Pinotage 2022
VITICULTURE
The Pinotage vines are planted on a south facing slope in a vertical shoot positioning system for optimal growing and ripening conditions.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.65
Alc: 13.71%
TA: 6.1 g/l
RS: 2.8 g/l
PRODUCTION & AGEING
Produced in a cool climate style which emphasizes the heritage of Pinot noir en Hermitage. Predominantly, aged in French oak barrels with low toasting levels to emphasize fruit and volume in the final wine. The use of 15% American oak boosts roundness and brings forth a dark broody character in final wine. 20% New oak was used in final blend.
TASTING NOTES
Vibrant red-purple hue in the glass with aromas of nutmeg, star anise cinnamon and subtle smoky undertones. On the palate a burst of mulberry and Maraschino cherry which interlaces beautifully with the sweet spice. Subtle smokiness and balanced acidity to a lingering finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The velvety tannin structure combined with flavours of sour cherry and a savoury finish promotes spicy dishes such as Asian infused Pork stir-fry, Harissa lamb, chili con carne, slow roasted cajun short rib. The key is balance, and our Pinotage certainly knows how to complement your favourite spicy dishes.
The Pinotage vines are planted on a south facing slope in a vertical shoot positioning system for optimal growing and ripening conditions.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.65
Alc: 13.71%
TA: 6.1 g/l
RS: 2.8 g/l
PRODUCTION & AGEING
Produced in a cool climate style which emphasizes the heritage of Pinot noir en Hermitage. Predominantly, aged in French oak barrels with low toasting levels to emphasize fruit and volume in the final wine. The use of 15% American oak boosts roundness and brings forth a dark broody character in final wine. 20% New oak was used in final blend.
TASTING NOTES
Vibrant red-purple hue in the glass with aromas of nutmeg, star anise cinnamon and subtle smoky undertones. On the palate a burst of mulberry and Maraschino cherry which interlaces beautifully with the sweet spice. Subtle smokiness and balanced acidity to a lingering finish.
FOOD PAIRING
The velvety tannin structure combined with flavours of sour cherry and a savoury finish promotes spicy dishes such as Asian infused Pork stir-fry, Harissa lamb, chili con carne, slow roasted cajun short rib. The key is balance, and our Pinotage certainly knows how to complement your favourite spicy dishes.
Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
VITICULTURE
The Cabernet Sauvignon vines are planted on an east facing slope and enjoys morning sun with cooler afternoons. Malmesbury shale and deep clay soils assists with moisture retention.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
Age of vines: 19 years
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.72
Alc: 13.94 %
TA: 6.1 g/l
RS: 3.7 g/l
AGEING
This wine was aged in 5% American oak and 95% French oak for 14 months. The wine was matured for an additional 9 months in bottle prior to releasing. This wine will develop further complexity with careful cellaring for 10 years.
TASTING NOTES
On the entry of the wine there is an array bright raspberries and concentrated dark fruit aromas of blackcurrant and blue berries which follow through to the palate. Pinecone, black pepper, and violet scents are in harmony with fruit, creating a full-bodied complex wine. Beautiful tightness on the palate with dried herb nuances emphasizes the cool climate terroir. The wine has long, full finish that lingers with a blueberry aftertaste.
FOOD PAIRING
Elegant and balanced rather than deep and bold, our Cabernet Sauvignon displays subtle flavours of plum and blueberry. These restrained dark berry flavours together with a firm acidity demand hearty red meat dishes, creamy cheese and nuts.
The Cabernet Sauvignon vines are planted on an east facing slope and enjoys morning sun with cooler afternoons. Malmesbury shale and deep clay soils assists with moisture retention.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
Age of vines: 19 years
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.72
Alc: 13.94 %
TA: 6.1 g/l
RS: 3.7 g/l
AGEING
This wine was aged in 5% American oak and 95% French oak for 14 months. The wine was matured for an additional 9 months in bottle prior to releasing. This wine will develop further complexity with careful cellaring for 10 years.
TASTING NOTES
On the entry of the wine there is an array bright raspberries and concentrated dark fruit aromas of blackcurrant and blue berries which follow through to the palate. Pinecone, black pepper, and violet scents are in harmony with fruit, creating a full-bodied complex wine. Beautiful tightness on the palate with dried herb nuances emphasizes the cool climate terroir. The wine has long, full finish that lingers with a blueberry aftertaste.
FOOD PAIRING
Elegant and balanced rather than deep and bold, our Cabernet Sauvignon displays subtle flavours of plum and blueberry. These restrained dark berry flavours together with a firm acidity demand hearty red meat dishes, creamy cheese and nuts.
Cape Francolin 2022
VITICULTURE
All the vines are planted in a vertical shoot positioning system with western- and southern facing slopes constructed from decomposed Malmesbury Shale soils. Summer pruning practices were delayed due to the winds in November. During the pea-size period only the morning sun leaves covering the bunches are removed for aeration, vine fertility and colour formation of the berries.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
VINTAGE
The 2022 growing season started off with strong vigour in the shoots. Vegetative growth was suppressed by late November winds, which impacted the bunch sizes to yield a smaller crop. Late February rain halted the vines to extend ripening season. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah were harvested within the same week at the beginning of April, whereas the Pinotage was harvested mid-March.
TASTING NOTES
This blend is a lush and polished wine with raspberry and mulberry perfume that follows through to the palate with silky tannins, sweet spice and cocoa.
FOOD PAIRING
This elegant drinking red blend pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted root vegetables, and hearty stews. Its smooth tannins and fruity notes complement the rich, hearty flavours of a true South African cuisine, making for a delicious and ideal wine for your Sunday family meal.
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.72
Alc: 14.12%
TA: 5.5 g/l
RS: 4.5 g/l
All the vines are planted in a vertical shoot positioning system with western- and southern facing slopes constructed from decomposed Malmesbury Shale soils. Summer pruning practices were delayed due to the winds in November. During the pea-size period only the morning sun leaves covering the bunches are removed for aeration, vine fertility and colour formation of the berries.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
VINTAGE
The 2022 growing season started off with strong vigour in the shoots. Vegetative growth was suppressed by late November winds, which impacted the bunch sizes to yield a smaller crop. Late February rain halted the vines to extend ripening season. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah were harvested within the same week at the beginning of April, whereas the Pinotage was harvested mid-March.
TASTING NOTES
This blend is a lush and polished wine with raspberry and mulberry perfume that follows through to the palate with silky tannins, sweet spice and cocoa.
FOOD PAIRING
This elegant drinking red blend pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted root vegetables, and hearty stews. Its smooth tannins and fruity notes complement the rich, hearty flavours of a true South African cuisine, making for a delicious and ideal wine for your Sunday family meal.
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.72
Alc: 14.12%
TA: 5.5 g/l
RS: 4.5 g/l
Syrah 2022
VITICULTURE
The vines were planted in 1998, in a north-south direction. The soil is a combination of Malmesbury Shale and clay. Moderate growth with a low yield contributes to the intensity of flavour in the grapes. Breaking leaves during veraison ensures good colour development and enhanced tannin structure in wine.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
PpH: 3.54
Alc: 13.73%
TA: 5.8 g/l
RS: 3.1 g/l
PODUCTION AND AGEING
20% Whole bunch fermentation was done in small fermentation vessels. Predominantly aged in older barrels, to preserve the new style of our Syrah. The 20% new oak in the wine is from convection and water bent staves which gives forth a more elegant wine. 100% French oak.
TASTING NOTES
Due to whole bunch fermentation, you pick up a bouquet with of redcurrant and white pepper with herbaceous undertones such as dried sage and fynbos. A focused linear palate with grippy tannins and nuances of vanilla and all spice. A well layered wine in harmony to represent an elegant cool climate Syrah.
FOOD PAIRING
The rich Christmas spices present in this wine pair well with rich, flavoursome red meat dishes such as Sichuan spice crispy duck breast, five spice cured pork belly and dry rub Karoo lamb. This is certainly a wine to be enjoyed at a dinner to remember.
The vines were planted in 1998, in a north-south direction. The soil is a combination of Malmesbury Shale and clay. Moderate growth with a low yield contributes to the intensity of flavour in the grapes. Breaking leaves during veraison ensures good colour development and enhanced tannin structure in wine.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
PpH: 3.54
Alc: 13.73%
TA: 5.8 g/l
RS: 3.1 g/l
PODUCTION AND AGEING
20% Whole bunch fermentation was done in small fermentation vessels. Predominantly aged in older barrels, to preserve the new style of our Syrah. The 20% new oak in the wine is from convection and water bent staves which gives forth a more elegant wine. 100% French oak.
TASTING NOTES
Due to whole bunch fermentation, you pick up a bouquet with of redcurrant and white pepper with herbaceous undertones such as dried sage and fynbos. A focused linear palate with grippy tannins and nuances of vanilla and all spice. A well layered wine in harmony to represent an elegant cool climate Syrah.
FOOD PAIRING
The rich Christmas spices present in this wine pair well with rich, flavoursome red meat dishes such as Sichuan spice crispy duck breast, five spice cured pork belly and dry rub Karoo lamb. This is certainly a wine to be enjoyed at a dinner to remember.
Berliet Pinotage 2022
VITICULTURE
The Pinotage vines are planted south-easterly facing slope. Due to aspect of the slope we have slower ripening conditions, hence prolonged hangtime for the bunches, which leads to more concentration in the final profile of the wine.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.71
Alc: 13.99%
TA: 5.8 g/l
RS: 2.7 g/l
AGEING
Matured for 16 months in French oak barrels of which 35% was new oak and the balance was older oak. Ageing took place in extra fine grain 225L- and 300L barrels.
TASTING NOTES
The wine showcases an array of bright red fruit on the nose, together with a bouquet of all spice, vanilla and cinnamon and nuances of dried rose petals. The palate is velvety with flavours of raspberry and mulberry which finishes with a lingering linear palate.
FOOD PAIRING
Roasted Oak flavours lend themselves to game meat, in particular Springbok carpaccio or shank, rich roasted-tomato Italian style Gnocchi, or salty Olive tapenade and cured anchovy paste. Imagine walking through dried autumn leaves or sitting beside a crackling wood fire. Our Berliet knows how to bring atmosphere to a table.
The Pinotage vines are planted south-easterly facing slope. Due to aspect of the slope we have slower ripening conditions, hence prolonged hangtime for the bunches, which leads to more concentration in the final profile of the wine.
ORIGIN
Durbanville, South Africa
ANALYSIS
Ph: 3.71
Alc: 13.99%
TA: 5.8 g/l
RS: 2.7 g/l
AGEING
Matured for 16 months in French oak barrels of which 35% was new oak and the balance was older oak. Ageing took place in extra fine grain 225L- and 300L barrels.
TASTING NOTES
The wine showcases an array of bright red fruit on the nose, together with a bouquet of all spice, vanilla and cinnamon and nuances of dried rose petals. The palate is velvety with flavours of raspberry and mulberry which finishes with a lingering linear palate.
FOOD PAIRING
Roasted Oak flavours lend themselves to game meat, in particular Springbok carpaccio or shank, rich roasted-tomato Italian style Gnocchi, or salty Olive tapenade and cured anchovy paste. Imagine walking through dried autumn leaves or sitting beside a crackling wood fire. Our Berliet knows how to bring atmosphere to a table.
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