Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2006 - Silver
Aroma: Rich concentration of blackcurrant and freshly crushed black pepper.
Palate: Intense and concentrated with a complex structure giving this wine a full mouth feel. Flavours of ripe, dark berries and minerals are balanced with dry oak tannins, finishing off with a spicy charm.
Best served with game, especially springbok with a berry and peppercorn sauce, oxtail, a juicy steak or spaghetti bolognaise.
in the vineyard : De Meye, named after the De Meye River in Holland is where the first Myburgh who came to South Africa in 1665 used to live. The farm is situated in Stellenbosch, sub region known as Greater Simonsberg, one of South Africa's most prestigious wine making areas. Previously, all the grapes were sold, but in 1997 it was decided to renovate some of the old buildings and to produce our own, uniquely styled wines.
De Meye is proud to be part of the South African wine industry and continually drives towards producing "wines of distinction" and excellence that has characterized the wines from Stellenbosch and specifically our privately owned wine farms, which undoubtedly are the heartbeat of this magnificent region.
Climate
Mediterranean–rainfall 650mm per annum. Vineyards are situated on De Meye in the western part of the Muldersvlei region, north of Stellenbosch. The vineyard faces southeast and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.
Soil
Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.