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Arniston Bay Ruby Cabernet Merlot 2002

The rich plum and wild berry flavours on the nose add to the full-rounded ripeness on the palate, ensuring a harmonious blend with a velvety finish. Suitable for vegetarians, but not for vegans.
Food suggestions: “Braaivleis”; Pasta with tomato-based sauces.

variety : Ruby Cabernet [ Ruby Cabernet, Merlot ]
winemaker : Nicky Versfeld
wine of origin : Coastal
analysis : alc : 14.0 % vol  rs : 2.5 g/l  pH : 3.58  ta : 5.78 g/l  va : 0.57 g/l  so2 : 62 mg/l  fso2 : 38 mg/l  
type : Red  
pack : Bottle  
AWARDS
Arniston Bay is the 2nd biggest SA wine brand in the UK’s top 20 Wine list. Numerous awards at Veritas [Silver] and International Wine Challenge – “Seal of Approval”.

ageing : Drink within 2 years of purchase
in the vineyard : Vineyard/Yield: 8 – 10 t/ha
Soil type: Hutton/Clovelly
Type of climate: Dry, hot summers; Cold, wet winters
Rootstock: Richter 99; 11 – 14 Mgt
in the cellar : Fermented on skins at temp of 25 to 28ºC until dry. Press wine from skins added to rest of wine. Underwent malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. No oak.
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