Farmer Angus Organic Red Blend
53% Merlot / 47% Cabernet Sauvignon
TASTING NOTE: Juicy blackberry and chocolate flavours are supported by a vibrant palate of vanilla, blackcurrant and plum, leading to a smooth finish.
SERVE WITH: Pan-seared beef fillet or braised beef shortrib.
APPEARANCE: Deep ruby red in colour.
ANALYSIS:
Alc: 14.25 % vol |
TA: 5.7 g/L |
RS: 3.0 g/L |
pH: 3.57 |
TSO2 24 mg/L |
ORIGIN: Stellenbosch
WINEMAKER: Tania Kleintjes
TERROIR / SOIL:
The differences in altitude, aspect, solar radiation and wind exposure result in significant mesoclimate differences over short distances. This, coupled with variations in soil (mainly Escourt), creates a terroir that ensures full and complex wines with unique character and style. WINEMAKING: The organically grown Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes used in this wine were hand-harvested early in the morning in 8 kg lug boxes. The natural yeast flora of the grapes completed the fermentation in a combination of open-top and roller French oak barrels. The two cultivars were pressed and blended and aged for 12 months. The best barrels were selected upon organoleptic evaluation. A low-intervention approach was used throughout the winemaking process. The wine was bottled on-site and aged 6 months before release.
