GVB Red 2017

Vergelegen, teknisk ark/fact sheet (vergelegen.co.za – linket fra vergelegen.co.za, hentet 2026-10-18): 2017 Vergelegen GVB Red; 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc; alkohol 14.5%. Producentens noter (engelsk): Tech sheet: GVB Red 2017 TASTE The 2017 is a wine of distinction. The nose has expressions of red fruits, hints of grilled fennel and wafts of tobacco and cigar box which fill the glass. The palate has great texture and finesse and this vintage is offering great drinkability already. A wine of complexity. BLEND 67% Cabernet Sauvignon 21% Merlot 12% Cabernet Franc VINEYARDS The grapes are always sourced from the Rondekop Vineyards grown at 200 – 220 meters above sea level. These vineyards are extremely wind exposed and this leads to thick skinned berries that deliver very concentrated juice. SOILS Predominantly Glenrosa (Lithic group) soil forms 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 5 weeks. Maturation took place in 100% new 225l Sylvain and Taransaud French oak barrels with at least three rackings over a 24 month period. PAIRINGS Enjoy this Bordeaux style red with beef bourguignon or roasted venison. AGING Accessible now but will reward careful cellaring over the next 8 years. TECH Alcohol - 14.5% RS - 3.8 g/l PH - 3.42 TA - 6.3 www.vergelegen.co.za