Whole bunch fermented at low temperatures. Manual punch downs are carried out on a daily basis until fermented dry. One week post-maceration. Manual Basket press is used, both free run and press juice used.
Hand harvested, sorted and de-stemmed. High density vines flourish, clinging on a north-eastern facing slope, producing low yields of concentrated fruit. Yielding 3 tons/h. Crisp Ocean breezes from both the Atlantic and Indian; this cool climate allows the fruit to develop slowly and ripen to full intensity.
Aged for 12 months in 3rd fill French oak barrels
Tasting Notes: A lean, savory wine with black cherries, plums, mulberries and hints of oregano. Firm acidity with a lengthy finish. More Italian style vs South African
ANALYSIS: ALC 13.59% | TA 5.5g/L | pH 3.66 | RS 2.5g/L
