Groote Post The Old Man's Blend Red 2018

A down to earth, ripe fruit driven blended red wine. Cherry, mulberry and cedar wood are prominent on the nose with soft sweet tannins on the palate giving a smooth finish.

Analysis: Alc:14.0 RS:2.6 pH:3.56 TA:5.3
Winemaker: Lukas Wentzel
Variety: Merlot
Origin: Coastal Region

In The Vineyard
Vines planted: 1995
Soil: Hutton/Oak leaf
Irrigation: Dry land
Trellising: 5 wire extended moveable perold
Elevation: 400m

The Harvest

This is a fantastic vintage. Optimal ripeness was obtained in all four cultivars.

In The Cellar
During 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: 52% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Shiraz, 8% Cabernet Franc
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Body: Soft
Taste: Fruity
Wooded: ✔
Closure: Screwcap
Pack Type: Bottle
Pack Size: 750ml
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