Jordan Chameleon Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot 2007

Rich, plummy Merlot compliments the minty, blackcurrant flavours of Cabernet Sauvignon. The peppery, dark berry fruit of the Shiraz adds a spicy complexity to the blend.


variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 46% Cabernet Sauvignon 40% Merlot 14% Shiraz ]
winemaker : Gary and Kathy Jordan with Sjaak Nelson
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 14.0 % vol  rs : 1.9 g/l  pH : 3.42  ta : 6.1 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  body : Medium  taste : Mineral   wooded
pack : Bottle  closure : Screwcap  

in the vineyard : The Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes were selected from north and east-facing vineyards situated on decomposed granite and loamy soils. The Shiraz grapes were selected from west-facing vineyards on deep clay-loam soils. The vineyards range in age from between 6 - 17 years.

about the harvest: The Cabernet Sauvignon was harvested at 23.8B - 24.2B between 28th February and 7th March 2007. The Merlot was harvested at 22.3B on 9th March 2007. The Shiraz was harvested at 23.8B on 12th March 2007.

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