Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Boekenhoutskloof, fact sheet (boekenhoutskloof.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18) – læst med OCR: 2022 Boekenhoutskloof Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon – område: Stellenbosch; druer: Cabernet Sauvignon; alkohol 14.5%; fadlagring 22 måneder, 60% nye fade. Producentens noter (engelsk): Made from selected parcels of Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards planted on north-west facing slopes of the Helderberg mountain and a south-east facing slope of Vlottenburg. These pockets of excellent Cabernet Sauvignon grow on a combination of deep decomposed granite soils with Table Mountain sandstone and "koffieklip". The mild maritime influence from the cool False Bay coast and granitic soils are evident in this wine's hallmark minerality and classic, graphite-like profile. The winter of 2021 proved ideal due to high rainfall, which helped replenish water reserves for the growing season. This was particularly beneficial for our dryland Cabernet Sauvignon sites. While the season saw vigorous canopy growth, the wind during flowering resulted in lower yields compared to previous years. In January, heat waves with temperatures exceeding 35°C contributed to a generally small crop and smaller berry size. Despite these challenges, the 2022 vintage Cabernet Sauvignon displayed excellent analysis, leading to a healthy fermentation. This vintage was vinified entirely at Boekenhoutskloof in tulip-shaped concrete tanks with élevage on our OXOline system. The vinification and élevage processes significantly impact the style, resulting in a more refined claret-like structure with dark fruits and graphite. […]