| SOURCE: |
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This Rosé was made from Shiraz grapes from Haut Espoir and a neighbouring farm in the Franschhoek valley. |
| WEATHER: |
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Prior to ripening, the conditions were cool and dry, leading to development of excellent flavours on the vine. |
| HARVESTING: |
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The grapes were hand harvested in the coolness of early morning on the 13th March. |
| VINIFICATION: |
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After 4 hours of skin contact with minimal crushing of the berries, the juice was racked to tank for settling overnight and fermented in 3-year old French oak barrels. Batonage was done once a day during the fermentation period. The wine was aged on the lees for 8 months and then filtered and bottled. |
| TASTING NOTES: |
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The combination of our Shiraz grapes and fermentation in French oak, lead to upfront strawberry flavours. The wine is full bodied and has a dry finish and lingering aftertaste. Enjoy in its youth. |
| FOOD ACCOMPANIMENT: |
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This dry wine can be enjoyed at any time of day, and can be partnered with a wide range of meals or snacks. Venison, fish and cheese are a perfect match. |
| TECHNICAL ANAYSIS: |
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pH 3.6
Alcohol 14.5%
Total acid 5.2 g/l
Residual Sugar 3.2g/l
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| PRODUCTION: |
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200 x 12-bottle cases |
| WINEMAKER: |
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Nikey van Zyl |
