Meerhof Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

ORIGIN Swartland. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

VINEYARD & WINEMAKING Vineyards were planted in 2000, which makes them 20 years old. These are trellise vineyards and grow on shale and quartz soil with a bit of red oak leaves. The vineyards are meticulously farmed and yields are managed down to below 8 tons per hectare. Grapes are machine harvested and cold soaked for 24 hours. Fermentation is initiated with selected yeast strains and is kept under 26°C. Malolatic fermentation is completed in 225L oak French and American Barrels wine is matured for 12 months in oak Barrels

ANALYSIS Alcohol  14% ; PH  3,58 ; Total Acid  5,90g/L ; RS  2,60

TASTING NOTES Aromas of ripe blackcurrant, plums and hints of dark mint chocolate.

PAIRING Enjoy with game, grilled meat or any red meat dishes.

SERVING Serve between 16 – 20°C for the best result.

Can be stored for up to 5 years under the right conditions.