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APPLOUS SHIRAZ | CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023




R 480.00
R 300.00
Alluring aromas through an abundance of black an red fruit and spicy pepper undertones
ABOUT THE APPLOUS SHIRAZ | CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023
WINEMAKING Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were picked at optimal ripeness levels. Shiraz first and than Cabernet Sauvignon 2 weeks later. Vinified separatley in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation in tank, racked off its lees there after and stored. After several trial blends the best combination of both cultivars for the blend was chosen. Blending and preparation for bottling took two weeks and then bottled.
TASTING NOTES A smooth and rounded red blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing alluring aromas through an abundance of black an red fruit and spicy pepper undertones. Ripe tannins add a balanced elegance to this wines finish
FOOD PAIRING Juicy braaied rump steak smothered in a wild mushroom sauce or a beef tenderloin with blackberry dressing.

 


TECHNICAL INFORMATION
COMPONENTS WINE OF ORIGIN HARVEST DATE YIELD
55% Shiraz, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon Western Cape February 2023 8 Tonnes per Hectare

 

AEGING POTENTIAL TEMPERATURE ENERGY PACKAGING
Mature for up to 5 years from harvest Serve between 15ºC to 20ºC (100 ml) E = 345 KJ / 83 Kcal 1175 grams per 750 ml bottle with 6 bottles per case

 


ANALYSIS
ALCOHOL TOTAL ACIDITY RESIDUAL SUGAR PH
14.09% 5.48 g/l 2.6 g/l 3.67