SOUTH AFRICA
Ken Forrester Petit Cab Merlot
2008 Blend
Viticulture
| Vineyard: |
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| Soil Type: |
Duplex soils, fine sandy loam on a clay base |
| Vine Age: |
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| Irrigation: |
Drip Method |
| Harvest Date: |
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| Yield: |
8 t/ha |
Vinification:
This is a blend of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon and 42% Merlot.
All hand harvested to ensure a thorough quality cellar selection. Carefully blended to achieve a soft, rich fruit driven wine with no complications.
Tasting Notes:
| Color: |
Light ruby red. |
| Nose: |
fresh fruity and forward. |
| Palate: |
A youthful wine showing fresh ripe mulberries and plums with a spicy undertone. |
| Other: |
This is a light easy drinking wine taht should please most palate. |
Chemical Analysis:
| Alc (%): |
14.8 |
| RS (g/l): |
4.6 |
| TA (g/l): |
5.6 |
| pH: |
3.68 |
