Atlas Swift Shelter Red Blend 2022
R335.00
(R2,013.00 for 6 x 750ml)
Immerse in the intoxicating aroma of blueberries, red currants, cassis, and balsamic vinegar, subtly underlined by basil, graphite and black pepper. The balanced alcohol complements a core of robust black fruits, enhanced by smooth, ripe tannins.
Enjoyable even in its early years, thanks to a generous Merlot component, it offers refreshing acidity to enliven the fruit. The final touch of black pepper enhances the lingering finish, reminiscent of a Saint-Émilion red.
Each component was hand-harvested at a fairly ripe 25 Brix and fermented on the skins in small open-top fermenters, with daily punch-downs of the cap. The wine was pressed at 5 Brix, and transferred to 225L French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and a maturation period of 22 months. After bottling, the wine was aged for a further 10 months prior to its release.
Data sheet
- Winemaker
- Welma Smith
- Wine of Origin
- Paarl & Wellington
- Blend
- Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Pack Size
- 1 x 750ml Bottle
Immerse in the intoxicating aroma of blueberries, red currants, cassis, and balsamic vinegar, subtly underlined by basil, graphite and black pepper. The balanced alcohol complements a core of robust black fruits, enhanced by smooth, ripe tannins.
Enjoyable even in its early years, thanks to a generous Merlot component, it offers refreshing acidity to enliven the fruit. The final touch of black pepper enhances the lingering finish, reminiscent of a Saint-Émilion red.