Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

Appearance: Blackish plum in colour
Aroma: Ripe blackcurrants a plumy fruit. Soft ripe tannins balance toasty oak aromas and sweet fruit flavours.
Palate: Good structure with soft, clean finish.

Delightfully versatile, it makes a delicious partner to a variety of foods, including red meats, and rich pasta dishes.

variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 100% Cabernet Sauvignon ]
winemaker : Johan Stemmet
wine of origin : Breede River
analysis : alc : 14.84 % vol  rs : 3.7 g/l  pH : 3.57  ta : 6.0 g/l  so2 : 95 mg/l  fso2 : 28 mg/l  
type : Red  body : Full  taste : Fruity   wooded
pack : Bottle  closure : Screwcap  

AWARDS
The top selling South African Cabernet Sauvignon in the USA.

ageing : 5 years

in the vineyard : The most planted variety at Excelsior. Vines vary in age from 5 - 20 years. Water stress is used to produce tiny, concentrated berries.

in the cellar : Light French oak maturation.

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