Hermanuspietersfontein Kleinboet 2009

Blackcurrant, black olive, lavender and cashew characteristics. Brick red to purple; medium bodied with rounded tannins and generous length. Distinct intensity, supple consistency with a rounded structure. Harmonious with a dry finish. Overall Impression: Distinctly the 'little brother' of Die Arnoldus.

variety : Merlot [ 38% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec ]

winery : Hermanuspietersfontein

winemaker : Bartho Eksteen

wine of origin : Coastal

analysis : alc : 14.80 % vol rs : 2.3 g/l pH : 3.50 ta : 6.4 g/l va : 0.63 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Full wooded

pack : Bottle closure : Cork

AWARDS

Good Taste Wine-of-the-Month Club: Wine of the Month

Wine Magazine Bordeaux Blend Tasting: 4 and half Stars

ageing : Aging potential: 7 years and beyond, provided stored under optimum conditions.