De Meye Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (6/case) (R99/BOTTLE)

Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

 

Appellation: Stellenbosch

 

Chemical Analysis:

 

Alcohol – 13.9 vol%

pH – 3.63

Acidity – 5.6 g/l

Res. sugar – 1.6 g/l

 

Winemaker: Marcus Milner

 

Climate

 

Mediterranean–rainfall ± 650mm per annum. Vineyards are situated on De Meye in the western part of the Muldersvlei region, north of Stellenbosch. The vineyard faces southeast and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.

 

Soil

 

Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.

 

Vinification/Maturation

 

Grapes were hand picked from 15 to 20 year old vines, with a yield of approximately 6 tons per hectare and at a sugar level of 25 ºB and was then fermented in stainless steel tanks.   Barrel maturation took place in new as well as 2nd fill small French oak barrels for 18 months.

 

Tasting Notes

 

Aroma – Rich, complex nose of toast, spice, cassis, blackberry, eucalyptus and tealeaves. Palate – A full bodied wine with a firm tannin structure, pepper spice, dark fruit and a touch of coffee.

 

Serving Suggestion

 

Best served with a juicy steak, rack of lamb infused with rosemary, lamb shank, oxtail, grilled black mushrooms, game or a guinea fowl casserole.