Hermanuspietersfontein 1855 Posmeester 2012

To commemorate the founding year of Hermanuspietersfontein, we branded our lifestyle range 1855. In itself 1855 is a significant milestone in the world of wine – the year in which Bordeaux was first classified.

Tasting Characteristics: Black olive, cloves, lavender and cashews with brick red to purple colour.

Enjoy with tomato-based pizza or pasta; slightly spicy food such as traditional Cape Malay bobotie springrolls; bacon and egg quiche; BBQ spare ribs.

variety : Cabernet Sauvignon [ 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 22% Shiraz, 11% Mourvèdre, 3% Cabernet franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Grenache, 1% Malbec, 1% Viognier ]

winery : Hermanuspietersfontein

winemaker : Bartho Eksteen

wine of origin : Western Cape

analysis : alc : 13.41 % vol rs : 2.7 g/l pH : 3.55 ta : 5.5 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Medium wooded

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Screwcap

AWARDS

John Platter: 3 stars (2007, 2008, 2009, 2011)

ageing : Provided stored under optimum conditions, this wine will age for 5 years and beyond.