Darling Cellars Classic Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot 2022
A fruit forward wine with an array of complex aromas which include candy floss, red cherries, cranberries and mulberries. This elegant fruity wine will be a perfect fit for all festive occasions.
Analysis: Alc:14 RS:3.44 pH:3.64 TA:5.50
Winemaker: Pieter-Niel Rossouw and Carl Hugo
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Origin: Western Cape
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 SuggestionsEnjoy with venison pie or roasted chicken.
In The VineyardTerroir: Decomposed granite and Hutton soils 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 - 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: Maturation in Stainless Steel tanks. Blended early for better integration of tannins
Blend: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 15% Cinsaut
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Body: Light
Taste: Fruity
Wooded: ✔
Closure: Screwcap
Pack Type: Bottle
Pack Size: 750ml