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KLEIN CONSTANTIA
SHIRAZ
2002
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Shiraz grapes are grown on the warm, lower, north-facing slopes of the Klein Constantia vineyards at 70-100m above sea level. Vines benefit from prevailing cool southerly sea breezes during the summer. Soils consist of decomposed Table Mountain granite and are not irrigated.
Grapes were harvested by hand at full phenolic ripeness in March of this challenging vintage. Yields of 6 tons per hectare, ensured optimal fruit concentration. Fermentation took place in rototanks at 26-30°C, with regular rotation ensuring optimum extraction of colour and tannins. The wine was then matured in 50% new 225l American oak barrels for 18 months.
Medium to deep intensity ruby in colour. Pronounced aromas of damsons and dark berry fruit mingle with those of spice, woodsmoke and vanilla. Ripe tannins provide structure to the earthy, blackberry flavoured palate, with balanced acidity carrying through to a firm and savoury finish.
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| Winery - Klein Constantia |
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| Grape Variety - Shiraz |
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| Region - Constantia |
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Colour - Red
Style - Medium Bodied
Alc - 13.6%
Bottle - 75cl
Drinking - Now to 2010
Serve - Room Temperature 12-17°C
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