GVB Red 1998

Vergelegen, teknisk ark/fact sheet (vergelegen.co.za – linket fra vergelegen.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 1998 Vergelegen GVB Red; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc; alkohol 13.8%. Producentens noter (engelsk): Tech sheet: FLAGSHIP VERGELEGEN G.V.B. RED 1998 Origin Only the Rondekop vineyards are used for the production of the Vergelegen. Dry land vineyards with a planting density of 4000 vines / ha. The soils are granites with a deep clay / pebble base exhibiting excellent water retention characteristics Vinification The Cabernets were fermented in open tanks and punched down every 3-4 hours in order to maximise colour and tannin extraction. After completion of the fermentation, the Cabernets were left on the skins for 3-4 weeks. The wine was racked 4 times from barrel to barrel in the first year. The Merlot was pumped over in a closed system without aeration every 4 hours in order to preserve the fruit flavours. The wine was matured for 22 months in new French oak (225l). Composition 75 % Cabernet Sauvignon 20 % Merlot 5 % Cabernet Franc Analysis 13.8 % Alc 2.9 g/l RS 5.8 g/l TA 3.5 pH Maturation Enjoy now but it will improve in the bottle for at least 10 years. Tasting Note The wine shows a rich ruby colour with almost an opaque center. Cassis, pencil lead, spice and red berries, abound on the nose. Matured in new French oak for 22 months the fruit, tannin structure and fine acidity indicate a wine of balance and finesse reflective of the Vergelegen terroir.