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R960.00 per 6 bottle case
Dark Cin (Cinsaut) 2021
Dark Cin (Cinsaut) 2021
AWARDS & RATINGS
2021 VINTAGE:
2023 Veritas Wine Awards: Gold
2020 VINTAGE:
2022 SA Terroir Awards: National Winner, top Cinsault
2022 National Wine Challenge: Grand Cru National Champion Best in Class
2022 Gilbert Galliard International Challenge: 84/100 Rating
2019 VINTAGE:
2021 National Wine Challenge: Double Gold
2016 VINTAGE:
2018 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards: Gold
2018 Veritas Awards: Silver
2017 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards: Gold
2015 VINTAGE:
2017 National Wine Challenge: Double Gold
DESCRIPTION
VITICULTURE
This Cinsaut is made from a vineyard planted in 2012 on a northwest-facing slope. The clone is 756 and the soil type is calcareous.
WINEMAKING
Considerable work is done in the vineyard, from pruning to bunch selection during picking to ensure optimum quality fruit. The grapes were picked by hand at 22°B. After destemming and light crushing, the mash was taken to stainless steel tanks where it was first allowed to cold soak for three days before fermentation commenced naturally. During fermentation, the temperature was regulated at 25 – 28 °Celsius and the cap soaked by pump-overs every two to three hours. After fermentation the wine was transferred to second and third fill 300-liter French oak barrels where it was left to undergo malolactic fermentation and mature for eight months.
WINEMAKER’S COMMENTS
This uniquely dark and decadent Cinsaut truly personifies its name. Dark Cin is as enchanting as it is captivating with a touch of mystery … Dark plum red in colour, the nose reveals dark, earthy blackberry fruit with touches of spice and smokiness. The palate is intense, with juicy berry fruit and hints of chocolate and spicy freshness. Beautifully rounded with gentle, inviting fruit tannins and a delicious, juicy, all-encompassing finish
FOOD PAIRING & SERVING SUGGESTION
Pair with rare ostrich fillet, venison roast, or duck breast. Serve at room temperature (18ºC).
WINE ANALYSIS
Residual Sugar: 2.8 g/l
Alcohol: 12.21 %
Acidity: 6 g/l
PH: 3.36 VA: 0.53 g/l
Total Extract: 32.3 g/l
Total SO2: 150 mg/l
Free SO2: 30 mg/l
PACKAGING DETAILS
Bottle volume: 750ml
Case size: 6 x 750ml
Pallet size: 90 x 6 x 750ml
Case weight: 9.4 kg
Closure: Natural Cork
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