Riebeek Cellars Shiraz Cinsaut 2012

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 [ 51% Shiraz, 39% Cinsaut, 10% Mourvèdre ]

winery : Riebeek Cellars (replaced by Riebeek Valley Wine Co)

winemaker : Alecia Boshoff

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 size : 750ml 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 : Grapes were inoculated with selected yeast. Fermentation took place at approximately 24-26 degrees Celsius. Regular pumpovers were performed daily. The wine was pressed at above 2 degrees Balling. Only free run juice was used. After malolactic fermentation the different cultivars were blended according to taste.

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