DeWaal Merlot 2007

Name: DeWaal Merlot 2007
Brand: DeWaal
SKU: 18369

Ripe berry flavours with a hint of mint. A rich and full bodied Merlot, ready to be enjoyed.

variety : Merlot [ 100% Merlot ]

winery : De Waal Wines

winemaker : Daniel de Waal

wine of origin : Stellenbosch

analysis : alc : 13.0 % vol rs : 2.6 g/l pH : 3.84 ta : 4.9 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Full taste : Fruity wooded

pack : Bottle closure : Cork

AWARDS

Uiterwyk Wine Estate was one of the first producers of Merlot in South Africa. The 1984 was the maiden vintage and was considered such good quality that it was chosen to be served to the first class passengers of South African Airways in 1986.

ageing : 8 - 10 years

in the vineyard : Location of vineyard: Lower down on the south facing slopes
Soil type: Gravel & clay
Age of vineyards planted: 24 years
Rootstock: R99
Method of trellising: 3-wire hedge

about the harvest: Harvest date: 1 March 2008
Sugar level at harvest: 24Â° Balling
Yield per hectare: 7.3 tons/ha

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