De Meye Trutina 2012 (6/case) (R133/BOTTLE)

Grape Variety:     

                                                                    

38% Cabernet Sauvignon

14% Cabernet Franc

30%   Merlot

18%   Shiraz

 

Appellation: Stellenbosch

 

Chemical Analysis

 

Alcohol – 14 vol%

pH – 3.53

Acidity – 5.3 g/l

Res. sugar – 1.7 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 picked from vines dating back to 1976 and 1988, with a yield of just 6 tons per hectare and at a sugar level of 25 ºB and was then fermented in stainless steel tanks. This wine was aged in new as well as 2nd fill French oak barrels for 22 months. Blending took place after barrel maturation in the following percentages: 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot and 18% Shiraz.

 

Tasting Notes

 

Aroma – Powerful medley of black and red berries, crushed peppercorns and violets, polished off by a hint of dark chocolate. Palate – Mouth filling savouriness with loads of ripe black plums, Christmas pudding and cloves, rounded off with a vanilla toastiness.

 

Food and Serving suggestions

 

Best served with game, especially springbok & kudu, oxtail, a juicy beef steak or ostrich, prime rib with Bordelaise Sauce. (red wine & marrow sauce), French onion soup, lasagna, moussaka & beef bourguignon.