CELLARMASTER: Paul de Villiers
WINEMAKER: Fanie Geyser
ASSISTANT WINEMAKER: Kaylin Baxter
ORIGIN: Paarl
CULTIVAR: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
ANALYSIS: ALC.14.00% R.S. 2.80g/1 T.A. 6.10g/1 PH. 3.58
VINIFICATION: Grapes for this wine were handpicked at 24°B from selected clones of Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards. After destalking and the addition of selected yeasts, the juice, together with the skins were allowed to ferment in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures between 25°C and 27°C. Punch down method was used for colour and tannin extraction.
MATURATION: 16 months – 70% French and 30% American oak. New barrel component is 60% and the rest 2nd fill barrels.
BOTTLING DATE: 9 December 2021
ACCOLADES
Platter’s Wine Guide 2024 – 4 Stars
The National Wine Challenge 2024 ( incorporating Top 100 SA Wines ) Double Gold
SAWI 2024 – Grand Gold
Tim Atkin Master of Wine, SA Special Report 2024 – 91 points
Michelangelo International Wine Awards 2024 – Gold
PAUL DE VILLIERS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021
R215.00 – R1,290.00
The grapes for this wine are carefully selected. Bright ruby colour, earthy aromas together with ripe mulberry and blackcurrant. A vast array of flavours fills the palate.
An ideal accompaniment to most meats and cheese platter of charcuterie and artisanal cheeses. Serve at 16° – 19°C.
5 to 6 years of careful cellaring will promote added complexity.
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