Benguela Cove Cab. Sauvignon 2020

Benguela Cove Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Winemaking

Harvested at optimal ripeness, the grapes were cooled overnight followed by both bunch and berry sorting the next morning. After three days of cold maceration, the juice was allowed to warm up to 16˚C. To gently prod an elegant style with delicate fruit nuances, a combination of whole and crushed berry fermentation was performed. Alcoholic fermentation lasted eight days with gentle pump overs to encourage flavour and colour extraction. Pressed off the skins, after a 14 day extended post fermentation maceration, the wine was settled in tank and transferred to barrel for malolactic fermentation and maturation. Maturation: 22 months; Oak: 300L French oak, 40% new

Tasting Notes

A good swirl reveals concentrated aromas of subtle dark fruit, sour plums, violets, sweet leather, and cool fynbos nuances, with hints of strawberry jam. The palate is shaped by delicate French oak that imparts a gentle sweetness, complementing the bold structure and neat tannins. The fruit plays persistently through to a lifted, elegant finish, showcasing depth and finesse emblematic of coastal Cabernet Sauvignon.

Analysis

Alcohol: 14.0 %
Residual Sugar: 2.3 g/l
Total Acidity: 5.9 g/l
pH: 3.58
Wine of Origin: Walker Bay

Personality

Reminiscent of its origin in Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon is certainly found its second home in the Walker Bay. This wine is the epitome of elegance. It is complete and made with care to create the perfect harmony between fruit, tannin and acidity. Albeit reserved at first, this wine invites you to discover its intensity and layers. A bold and unashamed style that delivers a well-integrated palate and persistent finish.