Description
The nose shows plums, cassis and subtle oak spice that opens up to red currant with undertones of fennel. The palate has plush fruit with a firm tannin that will reward aging for optimal enjoyment.
Pair with dishes like roast duck, grilled pork tenderloin, or mushroom stroganoff to complement its rich fruit flavors and smooth tannins.
Pair with dishes like roast duck, grilled pork tenderloin, or mushroom stroganoff to complement its rich fruit flavors and smooth tannins.
The grapes were picked at optimal tannin and fruit ripeness with a sugar of 24-24.5 Brix. Berries were sorted before being fermented in closed stainless fermenters with a temperature peak at 27°C. During the active part of fermentation, we gave the wine three pump overs. This action allows for a soft extraction of ripe skin tannin and color. The wine is aged in 20% first fill, 20% 2nd fill and the reminder seasoned 300L French oak barrels for 12 months.
Winemaker: Hagen Viljoen
Winemaker: Hagen Viljoen
Situated on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, Zevenwacht Wine Estate has viticultural roots which penetrate deep into the historic past of South Africa. The wines of Zevenwacht are distinguished by their classic style and finely crafted elegance.
* Prior vintage described.
