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Thandi Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

2007 Decanter World Wine Awards – Commended
A concentrated, full-bodied modern blend with upfront dark berries and smoky aromas, smooth ripe tannins and a lingering aftertaste.

This wine can be enjoyed with a range of different meat dishes but is especially suite to bright, modern cooking.Suitable for vegetarians but not for vegans.
variety : Shiraz [ Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon ]
winery : Thandi Wines
winemaker : Patrick Kraukamp
wine of origin : Western Cape
analysis : alc : 14.0 % vol  rs : 4.14 g/l  pH : 3.35  ta : 5.68 g/l  
type : Red  body : Full   wooded
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  
AWARDS
2007 Decanter World Wine Awards – Commended

ageing : Store horizontally in a cool place. Drink within 3 - 5 years from purchase.
in the vineyard : Yield: 8 - 10 tons/ha
Type of climate: Mediterranean climate, cool summers, rainfall mostly in winter.
in the cellar : Grapes were fermented in stainless steel tanks for 7 - 10 days, after which they were pressed and left in tank to complete the malolactic fermentation. The Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in French oak barrels for about 9 months, and the Shiraz was treated with French and American oak chips.
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