VERGELEGEN V 2004
The nose is complex, showing blackcurrant, cedar wood, lead pencil and cigar box aromas. These develop in the glass and are joined by raspberry, black cherry, spice and a hint of gaminess. On the palate the wine is concentrated but elegant, with fine-grained tannins.
These tannins soften even further in the glass, resulting in a luxurious wine with a long aftertaste.
Not for the oak-averse; luxurious black plum/cassis lashed with wood. (21 mths new); behind the pyrotechnics, densely layered fruit is waiting to unfold over the next 5 – 10 yrs. Single-vyd cab, blended with merlot, tiny seasoning cab f (90/9/1) [John Platter]
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Origin
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The vineyard used for the production of the V is Stone Pine IV. This vineyard consists of 2 adjacent units on the west to northwest facing inland slopes of Schaapenberg.It is relatively sheltered from the prevailing breezes coming off False Bay and therefore enjoys a slightly warmer but still predominantly maritime climate. The 2 units are planted on Hutton and Glenrosa soils and are both well drained and slightly limiting on vigour, but still offers a good buffer capacity supporting the vines in adverse climatic conditions.This combination of soil, climate and site ensures full ripening of the fruit without excessively high sugar levels.
Block size: 2.8 ha
Row Direction: NNW-SSE
Elevation: 160 -205 m above sea level
Aspect: West to Northwest
Mean ripening temperature: 21º-22º C
Distance from ocean: 8 Km
Ripening Sunshine: 12 hours per day
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Vinification
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The grapes are hand picked and fermented in closed tanks at temperatures of 28 – 30 celcius. The young wine receives a post fermentation maceration of 28 days, followed by malo-lactic fermentation in new French oak. On completion of the malo-lactic fermentation the wine is again racked into 100% new French oak. The V is matured in oak for nearly 24 months, followed by 18 months in bottle before release
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Composition
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90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot , 3% Cabernet Franc
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Analysis
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14.5 % Alc
2.9 g/l RS
6.g/l TA
3.57 pH
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Maturation
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Enjoy over the next decade
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Vergelegen V
Vergelegen White Blend
