Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
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Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

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Address P.O. Box 17
Ashton
6715
South Africa

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our wines » Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

R 58 per bottle
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technical analysis
Winemaker :  Johan Stemmet
Main Variety :  Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol :  14.00  %vol
pH :  3.48
RS :  4.1 g/l
Total Acid :  5.8 g/l
SO2 :  74 mg/l
Free SO2 :  30 mg/l
Appellation :  Robertson
characteristics
Type :  Red
Style :  Dry
Body :  Full
Taste :  Fruity
WOODED

 
accolades
Veritas Wine Awards 2012 - Bronze Medal
The top selling South African Cabernet Sauvignon in the USA.
 
tasting notes
Appearance: Blackish plum in colour
Aroma: Ripe blackcurrants a plummy fruit. Soft ripe tannins balance toasty oak aromas and sweet fruit flavours.
Palate: Good structure with soft, clean finish.
 
ageing potential
5 years
 
blend information
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
 
food suggestions
Delightfully versatile, it makes a delicious partner to a variety of foods, including red meats, and rich pasta dishes.
 
in the vineyard
The most planted variety at Excelsior. Vines vary in age from 5 - 20 years. Water stress is used to produce tiny, concentrated berries.
 
in the cellar
Light French oak maturation.
 
  
 
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