Vergelegen Cabernet Sauvignon

Notes - Vergelegen, meaning "situated far away" was purchased in October 1987 Anglo American Farms and extensively refurbished with carefully selected treasures of early Cape Furniture, objets and textiles representing 300 years of Vergelegen's existence. More importantly a complete vineyard re-planting project began in 1989. The award-winning Vergelegen winery is unlike any previously designed in South Africa. The octagonal design of the winery reflects that of the octagonal walled garden laid out by Willem Adriaan van der Stel in 1700. 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot. The Cabernets were fermented in open tanks at high temperatures (28-32?C) and punched down every 3-4 hours in order to maximise colour and tannin extraction. Post Fermentation maceration of 21 days. Malolactic fermentation took place in 225 litre barrels and the wine received 3 rackings in the first year. The wine was matured for 18 months in small French oak of which 70% was new. The nose is complex, showing black currants, spice, ripe plums and attractive wood flavours. The wine is full with firm, ripe tannins leading to a lingering aftertaste.
 
     

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