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Lourens River Valley 2016
South Africa, Stellenbosch
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
High-priced
Description
ON THE NOSE Vibrant notes of cranberries, sour cherry and cassis are enhanced with hints of cloves and leather. Classic pencil shaving afternotes further attest to the elegance of this Bordeaux style wine.
ON THE PALATE A good acidity with integrated tannins, finished off with lingering notes of red and black berries.
Awards
91 pts James Suckling
90 pts Tim Atkin
4.5 stars Platter's South African Wine Guide
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
2.5 g/l residual sugar
6.0 g/l acidity
3.77 pH
