Hermanuspietersfontein Kleinboet 2010

A 'little brother' may live in the shadow of his older brother, but he is every bit a person in his own right. Pert and precocious, not allowing himself to be dominated, he can be impudent and mischievous – but is everyone’s favorite.

An excellent example of a premium Bordeaux-style blend

Characteristics: blackcurrant, black olive, lavender, cashew

Colour: brick red to purple

Body: medium

Tannins: rounded

Length: generous

Intensity: distinct

Consistency: supple

Structure: round

Finish: dry

Balance: harmonious

Overall Impression: Distinctly the "little brother" of Die Arnoldus

variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 10% Cabernet franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Malbec ]

winery : Hermanuspietersfontein

winemaker : Bartho Eksteen

wine of origin : Western Cape

analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol rs : 2.0 g/l pH : 3.63 ta : 5.3 g/l va : 0.63 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Full wooded

pack : Bottle closure : Cork

AWARDS

2005: John Platter Awards - 3½ Stars
2006, 2007, 2008: John Platter Awards - 4 Stars
2009: John Platter Awards - 4½ stars
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.