Darling Cellars Classic Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot 2016
A good combination of dark fruit and structure from the Cabernet Sauvignon and red berry fruit from the Merlot. A very fruit forward version of Cab/Merlot.
Analysis: Alc:13.76 RS:3.89 pH:3.63 TA:5.22
Winemaker: Pieter-Niel Rossouw and Carl Hugo
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Origin: Darling
The idea behind the Classic Range is easy drinking fun wines which are rich in vibrant fruit, displays a little bit of complexity, but is never heavy, nor dull. Wines for all festive occasions.
Food SuggestionsA great wine to be enjoyed with a variety of food.
In The VineyardThe recent demarcation of the Darling district has led to a focus at Darling Cellars on wines which are terroir and varietal specific. The cool and temperate West Coast climate lends itself to a different micro- and mesoclimate which, along with the different types of soil, lead to unique grapes, which we guide into even more unique wines. Having 99% of all vineyards dry land and almost the same percentage as bush vine, this is as close to what nature intended for grapes to be as one can get.Terroir: Decomposed granite and Hutton in the area surrounding Darling Hills. Hot summers moderated by the cool AtlanticVineyard type: Bush Vine, no irrigation
The HarvestYield: 6 - 8 t/haBalling at Harvest: 24° B - 25° B
In The CellarGrapes carefully selected from specific sites to produce vibrant, elegant berry fruit flavours. 5-8 days fermentation at 20-30°C.Maturation in Stainless Steel tanks. Blended early for better integration of tannins
Blend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Wooded: ✔
Closure: Screwcap
Pack Type: Bottle