Classique 2020

R235,00
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Alluring aromas are lead with a vibrant floral expression, followed by generous black cherries, plum, and blackcurrant. The use of oak is subtle and supportive, lifting the aromatic profile with oak spice and graphite notes. Balanced palate with poised acidity providing a rich and silky mouth feel.

Alluring aromas are lead with a vibrant floral expression, followed by generous black cherries, plum, and blackcurrant. The use of oak is subtle and supportive, lifting the aromatic profile with oak spice and graphite notes. Balanced palate with poised acidity providing a rich and silky mouth feel.

Fermented in stainless steel tanks with regular pump-overs on the skins. Malolactic fermentation was completed in the tanks before racking to barrels.

The Grapes were hand-picked from mid-February to mid-March 2020. Adequate rainfall during the growing season and moderate conditions during ripening ensured healthy vines and allowed even ripening.

Cultivar: Merlot 41%
Cabernet Sauvignon 39%
Cabernet Franc 11%
Petit Verdot 8%
Malbec 1%
Appellation: Wine of Origin Western Cape
Age of Vines: 9 to 31 years
Irrigation: Drip irrigation

Aged separately in a combination of 225L and 300L French oak barrels for 16 months before blending.

Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Total Acidity: 6 g/l
pH: 3.56