Description
Vintage 2022 proved to be one of many challenges. In a season that saw it all from spring frosts during budburst to torrential rain and mild summer temperatures during harvest. The humid wet conditions meant that disease management was higher compared to previous years. Vinification techniques were put into place to ensure the best possible wines were produced. The Cabernet and Merlot were harvested in March, fermented separately in stainless steel static fermenters for 4-6 days at around 26°C, pressing at 1 Baume into stainless steel and left to ferment until dry. The wine was then racked off onto French oak to complete malolactic fermentation. Once secondary fermentation was complete the wine was clarified, blended, and then bottled.
This Cabernet Merlot is a perfect red wine blend that brings forth the best characters of both the varietals used to craft it. Merlot adds flesh and richness along with plum and violet characters and a smooth texture. Cabernet gives an aromatic lift and tight spice and red berry flavours. A well balanced palate with sweet dark fruit blended nicely with vanillin oak. This full-bodied wine finishes with long length due to its firm tannin structure. Dry, Full bodied.
