Tin Hill Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

"Cigar bar" and peppers on the nose with a lovely, lingering mouthfeel.

Enjoy with lamb, duck and pasta and mature cheese.

variety : Merlot [ 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon ]

winery : Signal Gun

winemaker : Riaan Oosthuizen

wine of origin : Durbanville

analysis : alc : 14.04 % vol rs : 2.9 g/l pH : 3.70 ta : 5.3 g/l

type : Red wooded

pack : Bottle size : 0 closure : Screwcap

ageing : This 2013 Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon is made for early enjoyment, but can be kept for a further 2 to 3 years from harvest.

in the vineyard : A wet winter and dry, hot summer resulted in ideal conditions for a great yield and equal ripening periods.

about the harvest: Grapes were picked at optimum ripeness.

in the cellar : Signal Gun, a family run winery, is situated in the Durbanville region. As the shot of the Signal Gun echoes through the vineyards of our picturesque farm it signals the start of a new generation of wine making.

This is the maiden vintage of Signal Gun's lighter styled range, namely Tin Hill. Many years ago, prospectors thought Hoogeberg Hill behind us was rich in tin. Thankfully no tin was found and Hoogeberg Hill has been restored to its former lushness, filled with indigenous antelope, fauna and flora.

Be assured that the tasteful memories of our wines will keep on echoing...

Cellar Treatment: Barrel aged in a 3rd fill French Oak barrel for 5 months prior to bottling

Blend: 60% Merlot / 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

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Tin Hill Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

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Riaan Oosthuizen