Mooiplaas Merlot - Cabernet Franc 2021
R184.00
(R1,106.00 for 6 x 750ml)
A blend of two iconic Bordeaux varieties. Merlot brings fruit and elegance whilst the Cabernet Franc adds perfume, spice and structure. This is a medium-bodied wine with aromas of blackcurrants, mulberries and a hint of fynbos on the nose. Soft, rounded tannins, well-balanced with a lingering finish.
A great companion for grilled beef, venison and tomato based vegetarian dishes.
Fermentation took place over 7 days on the skins in closed tanks at 20 – 25 0C, pump over every two hours, pressed with pneumatic press. Spontaneous malolactic fermentation occurred. Grapes were fermented separately and only blended after aging in barrel.
Barrel profile: Specially selected barrels. Wine was aged 24 months in 300L and 225L
French oak barrels, 20% 1st fill, the balance 3rd and 4rd fill.
Training method: 5-wire vertical trellis
Yield: Average of 41.64 hl/ha and 6.94tonnes/ha (weighted average)
Data sheet
- Winemaker
- Bertus Basson
- Wine of Origin
- Stellenbosch
- Blend
- 66% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Franc
- Pack Size
- 1 x 750ml Bottle
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A blend of two iconic Bordeaux varieties. Merlot brings fruit and elegance whilst the Cabernet Franc adds perfume, spice and structure. This is a medium-bodied wine with aromas of blackcurrants, mulberries and a hint of fynbos on the nose. Soft, rounded tannins, well-balanced with a lingering finish.
A great companion for grilled beef, venison and tomato based vegetarian dishes.