Arniston Bay Ruby Cabernet Merlot 2004

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.Serve at barbeques or with tomato-based pasta dishes.

variety : Ruby Cabernet [ 70% Ruby Cabernet, 30% Merlot ]
winemaker : Nicky Versfeld
wine of origin : Coastal
analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol  rs : 2.4 g/l  pH : 3.55  ta : 5.63 g/l  
type : Red  style : Dry   wooded
pack : Bottle  

AWARDS
Arniston Bay is listed in the UK's top 20 Wine list. Numerous awards at Veritas [Silver] and International Wine Challenge - "Seal of Approval".

ageing : Drink within two years of purchase.

in the vineyard : Vineyard / Yield: 8 – 10 tonnes/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 - 28 degrees Celsius until dry. Press wine from skins added to rest of wine. Underwent malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. No oak.

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