Dornier Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2019
R205,00
This wine displays aromas of blackcurrant, chocolate and cigar box. The palate is rich in texture with flavours of ripe berries and hints of mocha. The tannins are firm in structure and in balance with the fruity finish to give the wine a smooth texture
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In the cellar
Although Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are great blending partners we ferment and age every component of both varieties of this blend separately until final blending just prior to bottling. This wine was aged in 30% new French oak barrels with the remainder being second and third fill barrels for 18 months.
In the vineyard
2019 was an outstanding harvest in the Stellenbosch area that produced wines of great character. The grapes are from our Groenkloof farm on the slopes of Stellenbosch Mountain. The soil is composed of decomposed granite. The vines get full sun which allows for optimum development of rich berry characters and ripe tannins in this blend
Ageing
18 months
Cultivar
65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot
Food Pairing
Best with beef, lamb and game dishes. Will also pair well with dishes enhanced with black pepper and cloves. Other great pairings include rich duck dishes, quail, roast lamb and beef.
