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TASTING NOTES
Fairbairn Capital Trophy Wine Show 2004 - Bronze
Powerful aromas of roasted peppers and pumpkin dominate the first impression of this wine. But time in the glass reveals hints of mint, mocha and vanilla. These pungent primary fruit characters were tempered by the deft use of and maturation in well-seasoned French oak barriques. This elevated and therefore cooler site yields ripe fruit flavours but with the rigidity and slight austerity that one expects from fine Cabernet Sauvignon. The ripe, coffee-flavoured tannins complement a refreshing acidity, with the focus on drinkability and roundness for the here and now.
IN THE VINEYARD
Location: North West facing slopes of the Helderberg
Altitude: 330 - 340m
Distance from the sea: ±10 km
Soil type: Hutton (decomposed granite)
Rootstock: Richter 99
Age of vines: 3 - 4 years
Trellising: Vertically shoot positioned/Double cordon
Pruning: 2 node spurs
THE HARVEST
The grapes were harvested at 7.8 tons on the 2nd April 2002 at 24° Balling.
IN THE CELLAR
Closed tank fermentation below 26°C with regular aerative pump-overs. We used Lalvin L1033 yeast at a dosage of 200-mg/l. Malolactic fermentation in oak. Regular racking. Light earth filtration. 14 months barrel maturation (all French oak, 40% new).
Oak used: Nevers, Alliers and Troncais.
Toast: Medium & medium plus.
The wine was bottled on the 1st July 2003.
Production: 500 x 12 cases
AGEING POTENTIAL
Up to 3 years.
BLEND INFORMATION
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
ACCOLADES
Fairbairn Capital Trophy Wine Show 2004 - Bronze
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