Rhebokskloof Estate Shiraz 2007

Name: Rhebokskloof Estate Shiraz 2007
Brand: Rhebokskloof Estate
SKU: 19964

Medium bodied, with spice, red fruit and black pepper, the wine confidently reflects typical Shiraz characteristics. Delicate oaking with smooth juicy palate appeal.

variety : Shiraz [ 100% Shiraz ]

winery : Rhebokskloof Wine Estate

winemaker : Rolanie Lotz

wine of origin : Coastal

analysis : alc : 14.5 % vol rs : 3.05 g/l pH : 3.45 ta : 5.8 g/l so2 : 114 mg/l fso2 : 40 mg/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Medium taste : Fragrant wooded

pack : Bottle closure : Cork

AWARDS

Veritas 2009 - Bronze

ageing : Can be enjoyed now or aged for a further few years.

in the vineyard : Origin: Rhebokskloof Estate
Soil type: Glenrosa
Age: The vineyard was planted in 2000
Slope: East-facing slopes

about the harvest: The grapes were hand harvested in March 2008 at 26° B.
Tons per hectare: 6 tons/ha

in the cellar : Fermentation: Cold maceration in stainless steel tanks regular pump overs.
Extended maceration for 2 weeks
Malolactic fermentation in barrels

Oaking: 225 litre French (90%) & American (10%) oak barrels
20% new
80% 2nd and 3rd fill

Aging: Matured in oak barrels for 16 months
Tank matured for a further 2 months
Bottle matured for 3 months prior to release.

Date bottled: October 2008
Packaging: 6 x 750 ml
Quantity: 1689 x 12

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