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1659 Special Edition Merlot/Cinsaut/Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml, Alc.13.5%

A medium-bodied and fruity blend of Merlot, Cinsaut and Cabernet Sauvignon. Soft on the palate, with a subtle sweetness on the finish and hint of raspberry, plum and delicate spice flavours. Has lovely aromas of violets, herbs, menthol and peppers.

Varietals

Merlot/Cinsault/Cabernet Sauvignon

Style

Medium-bodied & fruity

Vinification

Selective grape selection from the Perdeberg in Agter-Paarl (Cinsault), Wellington (Merlot) and Franschhoek region (Cabernet Sauvignon). Standard fermentation with selective yeast accompanied by pump-overs and punch downs at optimum temperatures. Extended skin maceration, pressed and post-fermentation malolactic. 

Nose

Deep and ripe dark fruit with herbacious undertones.

Palate

The palate is soft with a bit of sweetness on the finish and flavours of raspberry, plums and delicate spice.

Analysis

Alcohol 13.5% vol
Residual Sugar 10 g/l

 

  • Country of Origin : South Africa
Nett WeightUnits/Case
750ml6