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Doolhof Cape Boar 2015

Red plum in colour, with blackberry, cherry, truffle and cedar wood on the nose. The palate, medium in body, shows an abundance of fruit, softness and fine subtle tannins towards the back. The wine has a dry and lingering finish.

Serve with roast Lamb, Eland medallions, Italian pasta or pizza. An excellent match with Chicken Coq au Vin or Lamb stew. Chef's Special: Springbok Carpaccio
variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot ]
winemaker : Gielie Beukes
wine of origin : Wellington
analysis : alc : 14.36 % vol  rs : 2.8 g/l  pH : 3.54  ta : 5.6 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry  body : Light  taste : Fruity   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Screwcap  
AWARDS

Cape Boar 2012 Gold China Wine & Spirits Best Value Awards 2014
Cape Boar 2013 Gold China Wine & Spirits Best Value Awards 2016 | Silver China Wine & Spirits Best Value Awards 2015

SAWI Rating: 85 points

ageing : Balanced and accesssible for early enjoyment, also has some ageing potential.

A rich Cape expression of classic Bordeaux characteristics.
in the cellar : A Bordeaux style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Both cultivars were handpicked, sorted and then vinified seperately. Three pump-overs were done daily, extracting colour and flavours. 'The wine was blended and aged for 16 months and bottled in September 2015.
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