Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

The grapes are harvested in the early morning for preservation of flavours. Small lugs are used so that the delicate bunches don’t get damaged during transport, thus preventing any oxidation of juice. After sorting, destemming and crushing, the juice and skins undergo cold maceration for three days and then fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. Pump-overs occur four times per day.

After alcoholic fermentation, the grapes are pressed, and malolactic fermentation occurs in tank. The wine matures in 300ℓ French oak barrels; 10% new and the remainder 2nd & 3rd fill, for a period of 12 months

Elegant & full-bodied. Upfront, the nose has very typical cassis aromas followed by fragrant cedar wood and juicy black cherry.  Elegant tannin structure on the palate is balanced by fresh acidity and rich dark fruit flavours. 

RED MEAT
Prime rib/Fillet mignon

 

POULTRY
Chicken prepared in a pepper-based cream sauce

 

FISH/SEAFOOD
Grilled tuna or swordfish

 

VEGETARIAN
Egg plant Parmegan

Bottle: 750ml
Colour: Red
Cultivar: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2023
Range: Vineyard Collection

 

ANALYSIS

Alc.: 14.0 %    RS: 3.0 g/l    TA: 5.2 g/l    pH: 3.63

2025 Gilbert & Gaillard - Gold

The dominant Cabernet Sauvignon block is southwest facing, on a 50% Oakleaf, 50% Tukulu base. Located at an altitude of 150m above sea level, the vineyard is cooled by a crisp maritime breeze. Being more mature, at 16 years of age, the vineyard’s vigour is naturally restrained and aided by well-drained Oakleaf soils.  This results in a smaller berry size and concentrated flavour. The average yield is 8 tons per hectare.