Uitkyk Carlonet (Cabernet Sauvignon)

Wine information: Uitkyk (pronounced 'ate cake') is one of the most beautiful estates in the Cape. The name means "look out", which it does - from the southwestern slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain where it is situated, across the Cape Flats to Table Mountain in the distance. Uitkyk Estate was founded in 1712 when it was first granted to Jan Oberholzer, but vines were first planted only in 1929 when an immigrant Prussian novleman, Hans von Carlowitz, bought the estate. The estate became famous for its Carlonet blend, a blend of Cinsault and Cabernet Sauvignon. Today's Carlonet, however, is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Uitkyk's famous "Bordeaux" block. The vineyard is planted in deep, red soil originating from decomposed granite and facing north-west at 300m above sea level. Supplementary overhead irrigation was necessary. After fermentation and pressing, a part of the wine went straight into barrels and a part was transferred to stainless steel tanks for malolactic fermentation. Thereafter it was racked before being transferred to 300 litre barrels for a 17-19 month maturation period. During this period the wine was racked twice together with all the lees. Mainly French wood (92%) was used in a combination of new (61%), second-fill (9%) and third-fill (30%) barrels. Uitkyk Carlonet is a dark ruby colour and has aromas of cherries, blackcurrant and prunes on the nose with tobacco, dark chocolate and oak spices in the background. The palate is a mixture of dried fruit, spices and dark chocolate with a smooth and slightly tannic palate. It has a long finish with a hint of spice at the end. A perfect partner for steaks, rich oxtail and casseroles, as well as pizzas and pastas.

 
     

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