Longridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

Veritas 2006 - Bronze
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2006 - Silver
Gold medal at Mundus Vini 2006, Germany
International Wine & Spirits Competition 2006, UK - Silver
John Platter 2006 - 4 Stars
International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval
Veritas 2005 - Silver
Dark red plum in colour, with a youthful purple edge. On the nose classic black berry fruit combines with enticing layers of vanilla, caramel and a hint of smokiness. The mouth-filling, fruity palate rewards with an abundance of berry flavours and the wine is beautifully balanced with a firm structure that promises excellent maturation potential.

Red meat, especially venison is recommended.

variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 100% Cabernet Sauvignon ]
winemaker : Frans Smit
wine of origin : Coastal
analysis : alc : 13.94 % vol  rs : 2.4 g/l  pH : 3.4  ta : 6.2 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry   wooded
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  

AWARDS
Veritas 2006 - Bronze
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2006 - Silver
Gold medal at Mundus Vini 2006, Germany
International Wine & Spirits Competition 2006, UK - Silver
John Platter 2006 - 4 Stars
International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval
Veritas 2005 - Silver

ageing : Enjoy now and within 8 to 12 years from harvest.

in the vineyard : Climate: Average temperature - Summer 28°C, Winter 19°C
Annual rainfall: 930 mm
Proximity to ocean: 20 km
Soil: Hutton, Clovelly and Glen Rosa

Trellised, 8-year-old vines planted on southwest-facing slopes overlooking False Bay yielded the grapes for this wine. The vineyards received supplementary drip irrigation and produced 7 to 8 tons per hectare.

about the harvest: Grapes from selected vineyard blocks were hand-harvested at 24.6° Balling,meticulously sorted, gently crushed and cooled down to 12°C.

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