Knorhoek Cabernet Franc 2006

Intense deep colour with blackberries and ripe plum against a backdrop of teabush flavours. Rich and complex with a soft tannin structure.

A full-bodied serious wine enjoyed with various meats, ostrich and venison, but also complements tomato-based pasta.

variety : Cabernet Franc [ 100% Cabernet Franc ]
winery : Knorhoek Wines
winemaker : Arno Albertyn
wine of origin : 
analysis : alc : 14.5 % vol  rs : 1.9 g/l  pH : 3.51  ta : 6.3 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  

in the vineyard : The grapes are picked fully ripe.

in the cellar : The grapes were fermented in open fermenting tanks(kuipe). Matured for 22 months in small French oak barrels, selected 30% new and 25% 2nd and 25% 3rd and 20% 4th fill respectively.

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