Zevenwacht 7even Rood 2020 (case of 6)
R480.00
A luscious lifestyle wine with aromas of raspberry and white pepper spice. A juicy palate of red berries and chocolate with slight cedar wood undertones. Soft pliable tannins lend subtle support to the structure, yet are unobtrusive on the succulent palate. Enjoy relaxing with good company, anytime, anywhere.
ABOUT THIS WINE
| Wine Style: | Medium bodied |
| When to Enjoy: | Relaxing with good company, anytime, anywhere. |
| How to Serve: | Good room temperature of 16 – 18 degrees. |
| Our meal suggestions: | Our favourite combinations include lamb chops braaied to perfection, or sweet & sticky pork ribs. |
| The wine itself: | A luscious lifestyle wine with red and black berries and pepper spice. A juicy palate of dark fruit and chocolate with soft pliable tannins, supported by subtle oak spice. |
| What about the grapes? | 87.5% Shiraz, 7.5% Zinfandel, 5% Grenache |
| And the vineyards (terroir): | The grapes for this blend originate from prime vineyard sites that have been planted with new clone material. Most of the sites face southwest and have a clay sub-soil that retains essential moisture with gravelly, granite derived topsoil allowing for effective drainage. |
| How was it made: | We aimed for soft tannins and ripe dark fruits and used 500L seasoned French oak barrels to mature this wine for 12 months and to add to the complexity. |
| Should this wine age / mature: | A wine to enjoy now! |
| Technical Facts: | Grape Origin: Stellenbosch, Polkadraai Wine Variety: 87.5% Shiraz, 7.5% Zinfandel, 5% Grenache Body: Medium Barrel Treatment: 12 Months |
| ALC: 14.2% pH: 3.65 Acid: 5.3g/l Rs: 3.7g/l |