Aslina Wines ‘Umsasane’ 2022

Aslina ‘Umsasane’ 2022 – (Bordeaux Blend)

Winemaking

The grapes were handpicked in March 2022 at optimum ripeness. The wine is kept in barrels for 16 months, matured separately in French oak barrels. 20% of the wine in 1st fill barrels, 50% in 2nd fill and 30% in 3rd fill. Bottling date is December 2023.

Tasting Notes

The wine was matured for 16 months in French oak barrels with 15% in new oak. A rich and elegant Bordeaux-style blend with dark berries, cassis, and cedar on the nose, followed by layers of plum, spice, and silky tannins. The bold structure, smoothness and complexity of this wine reflects the characteristics of Aslina.

Analysis

Alcohol: 14.0 %
Residual Sugar: 1.7 g/l
Total Acidity: 5.9 g/l
pH: 3.47
Wine of Origin: Stellenbosch

Special Notes

This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Umsasane is the umbrella tree (Acacia tortilis) that shades and protects and was the nickname of Ntsiki’s Grandmother. The bold structure, smoothness and complexity of this wine reflects the characteristics of Aslina, the Matriarch of the family.