Tasting Notes
Concentrated blackberry with subtle white pepper spice, blackberry and candified fruit on palate with lingering liquorice
History
The Gabb family purchased their first vineyards in South Africa in 1995. Since then, they have always been wholly committed to sustainably and ethically producing excellent wines for all occasions. The vineyards grow on the Schapenberg hills, blessed with 350 million year old decomposed granite soils some of the most prestigious terroir in South Africa, and a unique micro climate.
Regional Information
Extreme Southerly border of Stellenbosch wine region - 8KM from False Bay
8KM from Coast, South Facing slopes, 150m above sea level
Vinification Details
Handpicked, 80% wholebunch carbonic maceration for 15 days prior to pressing (anaerobic), 20% underwent tradional fermentation and 5 day prefermentation coldsoak (aerobic). Matured for 19 months in 70% American oak barrels and 30% French oak, 30% first fill.
