Rhebokskloof Estate Shiraz 2011

Name: Rhebokskloof Estate Shiraz 2011
Brand: Rhebokskloof Estate
SKU: 35949

Medium bodied, with spice, red fruit and black pepper, the wine confidently reflects typical Shiraz characteristics. Delicate oaking with smooth juicy palate appeal.

variety : Shiraz [ 100% Shiraz ]

winery : Rhebokskloof Wine Estate

winemaker : Rolanie Lotz

wine of origin : Paarl

analysis : alc : 14.4 % vol rs : 3.4 g/l pH : 3.48 ta : 6.0 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Medium taste : Fragrant wooded

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Cork

AWARDS

TOP 10 – Paarl Wine Challenge (SA, 2014)
The Shiraz was one of only two Shiraz’s in Paarl’s Top 10 Wines, Paarl Wine of Origin.
The 2014 Paarl Wine Challenge included all cultivars and classes of wine from any producer in the Paarl Wine of Origin area. This wine also won at the Wine of the Month country-wide tasting of Shirazes earlier this year.

ageing : It can be enjoyed now or aged for a further few years.

in the vineyard : Origin: Rhebokskloof Estate and selected other vineyards
Soil type: Decomposed granite

about the harvest: Harvesting date: February - March 2011
Tons / Ha: 8 tons (average)
Balling: 25° B at harvest

in the cellar : Fermentation: Cold maceration and fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Regular pump overs were done.

Oaking: 300L French (90%) & American (10%) oak barrels 30% new oak used 70% 2nd and 3rd fill
Aging: Matured in oak barrels for 22 months. Further maturation in stainless steel tanks for 8 months.

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