Cullinan View Shiraz 2003

International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval
This full-bodied wine shows freshly crushed black pepper aromas with hints of cinnamon and cloves on the nose with lots of brambly red berry fruit, rich mulberry and well integrated vanilla tones.

Enjoy now with Roast beef, stews, lamb, venison, pasta and steak. Serving temperature: 12Â° - 14Â°C

variety : Shiraz [ Shiraz ]

winery :

winemaker : Lolly Louwrens

wine of origin : Robertson

analysis : alc : 14.02 % vol rs : 2.0 g/l pH : 3.56 ta : 5.9 g/l

type : Red wooded

pack : Bottle

AWARDS

International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval

ageing : 3-5 years.

in the vineyard : For the first time in many years we had good rains and cold temperatures during winter in Robertson. It was good in that it helped to build up a little ground water, as it was not necessary to irrigate the vines during the winter months. Spring arrived at the beginning of September; overall bud break was very good due to the cold conditions of winter. Night temperatures in October and November were significantly cooler compared to the previous year. This ensured good acidities. In terms of disease we where lucky being in a warmer region, primary infections were low. Our harvest started on 28 January 2003. Attention to detail was well managed and has resulted in good potential in the quality of our wines.

about the harvest: Grapes were harvested at full ripeness between 24,5Â° - 26,5Â° Balling from a selection of vineyards with average age of vines between 7 and 9 years.

in the cellar : Fifty percent of the wine was fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks at 23Â°C to retain a delicate fruit component and the balance at 28Â°C for nine days to add body and weight. Seventy five percent of the wine was aged on French Oak for 6 months and the rest on American Oak.

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