Klein Constantia KC Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot 2017

Deep ruby red in appearance, aromas of smokey mulberries and plums with a subtle oak spice. The palate is full bodied with an elegant balance of fruit flavours and present tannins. The wine concludes with fresh lingering finish.

variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 17% Petit Verdot ]

winery : Klein Constantia Estate

winemaker : Matthew Day

wine of origin : Western Cape

analysis : alc : 14.38 % vol rs : 2.0 g/l pH : 3.59 ta : 5.4 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Light taste : Fruity wooded

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Screwcap

ageing : Delicious now, though will benefit from a further few years in the bottle.

in the vineyard : The KC range offers a light, fresh and easy-drinking style of wine. Grapes are sourced from vineyards in Stellenbosch and then complimented with a large portion of our own Constantia fruit.

about the harvest: The grapes are carefully hand selected and harvested from our chosen vineyards.

in the cellar : These are then brought in and pressed as gently as possible to maintain the fruit and freshness in the wine. After fermentation the wine is aged either in French oak barrels or Stainless steel tanks for up to 14 months before blending and bottling.

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Klein Constantia KC Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot 2017

Cabernet Sauvignon

Matthew Day