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Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Rose 2002

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Stellenbosch
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technical analysis
Winemaker :  Mike Dobrovic
Main Variety :  Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol :  13.48  %vol
pH :  3.08
RS :  6.2 g/l
Total Acid :  7.5 g/l
SO2 :  112 mg/l
Free SO2 :  50 mg/l
Extract :  21.9
Appellation :  Stellenbosch
characteristics
 
tasting notes
A brilliant, lively, clear wine, the colour of freshly cut watermelon. Something to excite one’s senses! A rather complex nose comprising pink grapefruit, peppery nasturtium and hints of strawberry jam. A full palate of pomegranate, pink grapefruit and honey, with a hint of spiciness in the aftertaste. A pleasantly dry, lingering finish. Serve well chilled.
An excellent aperitif or picnic wine. Serve with fresh, seared tuna steaks; veal limone; poached salmon; asparagus quiche; cold crayfish salad; vegetable spring rolls dipped in soy sauce; ideal with sushi and other Japanese delights.
 
ageing potential
Up to 3 years
 
blend information
Cabernet Sauvignon
 
in the vineyard
Soil Type: Decomposed Malmesbury Shale
Age of vines: 10 - 11 years
Trellising: 4 Strand Vertical Cordon
Vine Density: ±3 400 vines/ha
Irrigation: Yes, drip
 
about the harvest
Yield: 6–7 tonnes per hectare
Picking date: During March 2002
Grape Sugar: 22.5 - 23° Balling
Acidity 7.9 g/l
pH: 3.3
 
in the cellar
Fermentation temperature: 15°C
The grapes were harvested in the early morning to ensure coolness, and then lightly crushed. During cold maceration the desired colour was achieved by keeping the free run juice in contact with the skins for six hours. After allowing the juice to settle overnight it was inoculated with a select yeast culture to initiate fermentation. Once fermented, the wine was fined and lightly filtered prior to being bottled.
Wood ageing: None.
Total production: 1 500 x 12
 
  
 
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