GVB Red 2004

Vergelegen, teknisk ark/fact sheet (vergelegen.co.za – linket fra vergelegen.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 2004 Vergelegen GVB Red; 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc; alkohol 14.5%. Producentens noter (engelsk): Tech sheet: FLAGSHIP VERGELEGEN G.V.B. RED 2004 Origin Only the Rondekop vineyards are used for the production of the Vergelegen. They are dry-land vineyards with a planting density of 4000 vines to the hectare on granitic soils with a deep clay/pebble base offering excellent water retention. Planted at 280-300m above sea level, the vines are cooled by moderate sea breezes every afternoon, allowing for a longer growing season. Vinification Working with concentrated fruit from low-yielding vineyards (3- 4 tons/ha), care was taken not to produce over-extracted wines. The juice was fermented with local yeasts and macerated for three to four weeks. Maturation took place in 100% new 225l Sylvain French oak barrels with at least four rackings over a 20- month period. Composition 80% Cabernet Sauvignon 16% Merlot 4 % Cabernet Franc Analysis 14.5 % Alc 3.3 g/l RS 6.2 g/l TA 3.39 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 an almost opaque centre. Cassis, pencil lead, spice and red berries abound on the nose. The delicate fruit, tannin structure and fine acidity indicate a wine of balance and finesse reflective of the Vergelegen terroir.