Riebeek Cellars Shiraz Cinsaut 2011

A lustrous red in the glass, this exciting blend of Shiraz and Cinsaut introduces an array of ripe berries and follows through in a juicy well-structured pallet with a smooth finish.Unwooded and easy-drinking, this light red wine is perfect for everyday enjoyment.

Enjoy with any meat dishes, pastas, or simply a glass on its own with good friends.

variety : Shiraz [ 35% Shiraz, 35%Cinsaut, 15% Mourvedre ]
winery : Riebeek Cellars
winemaker : Alecia Hamman
wine of origin : Swartland
analysis : alc : 14.11 % vol  rs : 5.2 g/l  pH : 3.55  ta : 5.6 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  body : Light  taste : Fruity  
pack : Bottle  closure : Screwcap  

ageing : Drink now or within 2 years of vintage.

in the vineyard : Supplementary irrigation, trellised vineyards

about the harvest: Harvested at 25° - 26° Balling
Yield: 12t/ha

in the cellar : The cultivar wines were produced separately.Grapes were inoculated with selected yeast. Fermentation took place at about 24° - 26°C. 2 - 3 pumpovers were given daily. The wine was pressed above 2° Balling. Only free run juice is used. After Malolactic fermentation the different cultivars were blended accordingly to taste.

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