Guardian Peak Rosé 2013

Light salmon colour with musky aromas with hints of strawberries and floral undertones. Seamless integration with a good mid-palate weight ending in a fresh, dry finish. This Rose offers beautiful balance, with vibrant tropical flavours on the palate.

variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 100% Cabernet Sauvignon ]

winery : Guardian Peak

winemaker : Philip van Staden

wine of origin : Stellenbosch

analysis : alc : 13.18 % vol rs : 2.8 g/l pH : 3.50 ta : 5.4 g/l

type : Rose style : Dry body : Light

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Cork

in the vineyard : Climate
Mediterranean with the rainfall ±650mm per annum, the vineyards are located high up on the northern slopes of the Helderberg Mountain. This contribution imparts warmer fruit flavours to the wine. In summer, the vineyards’ close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean result in cool sea breezes that keeps temperatures lower, extending the ripening period.

Soil
A diverse composition of soil and topography add complexity and an array of different characteristics to the wine.

in the cellar : Reductive style of winemaking is used to preserve the aromatic character of the wine.the grapes are crushed and the juice separated from the skin immediately. The wine was fermented at 12-14°C in stainless steel tanks until dry.

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Guardian Peak Rosé 2013

Cabernet Sauvignon

Philip van Staden

Guardian Peak Rosé 2012

Cabernet Sauvignon

Philip van Staden