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Windmeul The Legend 2012

A Cabernet Sauvignon based, Classic Bordeaux Blend. Full bodied with strong character and rich texture. This elegant blend has full flavours of blackberries and spices. The tobacco and cedar aromas contribute toward the complexity of the wine. Our Legend: Theuns Briers, former Windmeul Director and Springbok wing who played test rugby for South Africa.

Any traditional South African dish is paired expectantly well with our unique wine. Especially enjoyed with red meat and hearty dishes.
variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petit Verdot, 10% Merlot ]
winery : Windmeul Cellar
winemaker : Abraham van Heerden
wine of origin : Coastal Region
analysis : alc : 14.72 % vol  rs : 2.3 g/l  ta : 5.6 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  body : Full   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Cork  
AWARDS
2014 Platter Guide: 4 Stars
2013 Platter Guide: 4½ Stars 
2013 Michelangelo International Wine Awards - Gold
2012 Michelangelo
2012 Platter Guide: 4½ Stars

ageing : Optimum 6 - 10 years

NOT AVAILABLE FOR TASTING
in the vineyard : 
Age of vine: 14 - 18
Soil: Shale
Irrigation: Irrigated
Trellising: Cabernet Sauvignon: 5 Wire hedge | Merlot: Bush Vine | Petit Verdot: 5 Wire hedge
about the harvest: Tons per hectare: 6 - 7
Early morning, hand harvested at 25° - 26° B
Harvest Dates: Cabernet Sauvignon: February 2012 | Merlot: March 2012 | Petit Verdot: March 2012
in the cellar : Vinification: Fermented in open fermenters. Juice Bleeding directly after crush. Combination of punch downs and pump over, every 2 - 4 hours. 26° C Fermentation temperature.
Barrel maturation: Combination of medium and medium plus toast French oak barrels. 100% New barrels, matured for 18 months.
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