Groote Post The Old Man's Blend Red 2015
A down to earth, easy drinking soft and smooth blended red wine. White pepper, spice and raspberry are prominent on the nose with soft and ripe tannins giving an elegant finish.
Analysis: Alc:14.0 RS:14.0 pH:2.1 TA:5.3
Winemaker: Lukas Wentzel
Variety: Merlot
Origin: Coastal Region
Food SuggestionsRoast leg of lamb and The Old Man's Blend Steak Roll.
Awards2017 Platter's South African Wine Guide - 3 stars2015 Gold Wine Awards - Gold2015 Platter's South African Wine Guide - 3 stars
In The VineyardWith every new vintage we need to improve the quality of this red blend. The effort to produce beautiful ripe fruit and the selection therefore becomes a passion. Vines planted: 1995Soil: Hutton/Oak leafYield: 7 t/haIrrigation: Dry landTrellising: 5 wire extended moveable peroldElevation: 400m
The HarvestEach cultivar is picked at optimum ripeness.
In The CellarDuring winemaking the cultivars were kept apart and aged in third fill 300L French Oak barrels and in stainless steel tanks with staves. At 10 months the different components are blended after rigorous tasting sessions with our Old Man, Peter Pentz.
Blend: 50% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Shiraz, 10% Cabernet Franc
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Body: Soft
Wooded: ✔
Closure: Cork
Pack Type: Bottle
Pack Size: 750ml