Description
Aromas of forest berries, floral notes, vanilla and a hint of black pepper. Sweet and darkly fruited entry and mid-palate with soft tannins. Medium weight and supple with liquorice and spice joining on the finish. Well balanced and charming.
Awards
93 pts James Suckling
Gold China Wine & Spirits Awards
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
0.0 g/l residual sugar
5.4 g/l acidity
3.75 pH
Vinification
The fruit was fermented in open vats with frequent plunging of the “cap”. After an extended period on skins young wine was drained to new (25%) and old French oak for maturation for a period of 8 months.
Aromas
Aroma intensity: intense
Fruit: intense
Spice: moderate
Taste
Body: moderate
Tannins: soft
Bottling
Closure: Screw top