in the vineyard : Supplier: Kleine Parys
Appellation/Origin: Paarl
Age of vines: 7-10 years
Rootstock: Richter 99
Trellis system: Hedge
Irrigation: Supplementary
Vine density: 1,2 x 2,0 m
Soil: Deep red, Hutton and Clovelly soil
Climate: Mediterranean, moderately warm summers with cold and wet winters. The are has a annual rainfall of approximately 750 mm
in the cellar : Crushing/Destemming: Destalked
Tanks (type): Stainless Steel
Fermentation protocol (vessel, temp, duration): 34-36°C until dry
Malolactic (y/n): Yes
Lees contact/battonage: 2 weeks
Barrel ageing (oak type, % of blend, duration): Aged in French an American oak barrels for 8 months