Groote Post The Old Man's Blend Red 2007
NOT AVAILABLE FOR TASTING AT CELLAR DOOR
2009 Decanter World Wine Awards - Bronze Medal
2008 Michelangelo International Wine Awards - Silver Medal
A down to earth, easy drinking red which is soft and smooth. Merlot based, the nose has a faint touch of white pepper and spice with abundant berry and rich plum flavours on the palate. A value for money wine that's perfect to share and everyone has a favourite Old Man in their life!
Analysis: Alc:14 RS:14 pH:3.1 TA:6.0
Winemaker: Lukas Wentzel
Variety: Merlot
Origin: Coastal
Awards2009 Decanter World Wine Awards - Bronze Medal 2008 Michelangelo International Wine Awards - Silver Medal
In The VineyardThis special blend is a selection of grapes from specific vineyard blocks on the farm that was managed to give this wine its specific style.
In The CellarDuring harvest the cultivars are kept apart and aged in third fill 300 litre French oak and in stainless steel tanks. After 12 months the different components are blended after rigorous tasting sessions with our Old Man, Peter Pentz.
Blend: 54% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Wooded: ✔
Closure: Cork
Pack Type: Bottle