Doolhof Cape Boar 2018

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. Springbok Carpaccio.

variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot ]

winery : Doolhof Wine Estate

winemaker : Gielie Beukes

wine of origin : Wellington

analysis : alc : 12.55 % vol rs : 2.9 g/l pH : 3.56 ta : 5.4 g/l

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

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Screwcap

AWARDS

SAWI Rating: 85 points
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

A rich Cape expression of classic Bordeaux characteristics.

in the cellar : A Bordeaux style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Both cultivars were picked at optimal ripeness and fermented in stainless steel before aged for 12 months on French oak.

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