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Jordan Chameleon Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot Blend 2008

Rich, plummy Merlot complements 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 [ 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 18% Shiraz ]
winemaker : Gary & Kathy Jordan
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 14 % vol  rs : 2.3 g/l  pH : 3.57  ta : 5.7 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry   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 7-21 years.
about the harvest: The Cabernet Sauvignon was harvested at an average of 23.5° B between 10th and 25th.
in the cellar : Fermented in overhead retort-shaped, stainless steel fermentors. Pump-overs were done three times daily during fermentation. The use of gravity and gentle pressing ensure full-flavoured wines with soft, balanced tannins. The Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz all underwent malo-lactic fermentation in the barrel. The various portions of the blend spent 16-18 months in 225 litre French oak barrels (mostly Nevers and Alliers).
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Jordan Chameleon Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot Blend 2008
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