Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2003

Vergelegen, teknisk ark/fact sheet (vergelegen.co.za – linket fra vergelegen.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 2003 Vergelegen Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve; 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot; alkohol 14.5%. Producentens noter (engelsk): Tech sheet: RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2003 Vinification The Cabernets were fermented in open tanks at high temperatures (28-32°C) and punched down every 3-4 hours in order to maximise colour and tannin extraction. The alcoholic fermentation was followed by post fermentation maceration of 21 days. The wine was racked every 3-4 months and was matured in 225 litre barrels for 2 years. Composition 85% Cabernet Sauvignon 8% Cabernet Franc 7% Merlot Analysis 14.5% Alc 2.7 g/l RS 6.3 g/l TA 3.63 pH Maturation Accessible after one-year bottle maturation but will last at least 6 – 8 years. Tasting Note The wine shows dark, almost opaque colour with no sign of browning. The nose is complex, showing black currants, spice, ripe plums and even pencil shavings.