Morgenster 2005
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our wines » Morgenster 2005

technical analysis
Winemaker :  Marius Lategan
Main Variety :  Merlot
Alcohol :  14.5%  %vol
pH :  3.6
RS :  2.5 g/l
Extract :  31.0
Appellation :  Stellenbosch
characteristics
Type :  Red
Style :  Dry
Body :  Full
Taste :  Fruity
WOODED

 
accolades
John Platter 2009 - 5*
Decanter 2009 - Silver
Steve Tanzer - 95%
 
ageing potential
First whiffs reductive.  Given some air, this wine will show you what it has got, but it needs a chance to breathe.  Very youthful still.  Great power and elegance combining seamlessly.  All boding well for future development.  Good for the next 15 years.
 
blend information
86% Merlot 14% Cabernet
 
food suggestions
Morgenster 2005 seeks a combination with game and red meats; whether roast, grilled or braised.  Think pot roasts with creamy sauces....mmmm
 
about the harvest
Despite a serious drought, unpredictable weather and lower volumnes than 2004, this was an exciting year.  Lush growth occurred after thundersstorms and rain in October.  As a result of the luch growth, grape bunches were looser and smaller than usual.  Sun damage was limited as there wer fewer heat waves despite the drought.  A record harvest - in terms of quality.  Great flavours and concentration.
 
  
 
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