Piekenierskloof Cinsault 2021
Description
Aromas of cherry, red berries and spicy notes on the nose. Savoury spice and fruit flavours, complemented by freshness and subtle oaking on the palate
Certifications
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard
Grapes are sourced from vineyards in the Piekenierskloof region from vineyards that were planted in 1976. These vineyards are all unirrigated bush vines and grow on sandy, loam soils. The vineyards are meticulously farmed and managed to yield below 5 tons per hectare and hand harvested second week of March.
Vinification
Grapes are handpicked and cold soaked for 24 hours. Fermentation is initiated with selected yeast strains and is kept under 24°C. Malolactic fermentation is completed in tank, 50% of the wine is matured for 12 months, 2, 3 and 4th fill in 500L French oak barrels and the rest in a foudre.