Haut Espoir | Shiraz Rosé 2008

SOURCE:
	This Rosé was made from Shiraz grapes from Haut Espoir and a neighbouring farm in the Franschhoek valley.
WEATHER:
	Prior to ripening, the conditions were cool and dry, leading to development of excellent flavours on the vine.
HARVESTING:
	The grapes were hand harvested in the coolness of early morning on the 13th March.
VINIFICATION:
	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:
	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:
	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:
	pH 3.6 Alcohol 14.5% Total acid 5.2 g/l Residual Sugar 3.2g/l
PRODUCTION:
	3 000 bottles
WINEMAKER:
	Nikey van Zyl

Shiraz Rosé 2008