1659 Special Edition Merlot/Cinsaut/Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml | 13% ALC VOL | 1659甄藏干红葡萄酒
A medium-bodied and fruity blend of Merlot, Cinsaut and Cabernet Sauvignon. Soft on the palate, with a subtle sweetness on the finish and hint of raspberry, plum and delicate spice flavours. Has lovely aromas of violets, herbs, menthol and peppers.
Varietals
Merlot/Cinsault/Cabernet Sauvignon
Style
Medium-bodied & fruity
Vinification
Selective grape selection from the Perdeberg in Agter-Paarl (Cinsault), Wellington (Merlot) and Franschhoek region (Cabernet Sauvignon). Standard fermentation with selective yeast accompanied by pump-overs and punch downs at optimum temperatures. Extended skin maceration, pressed and post-fermentation malolactic.
Nose
Deep and ripe dark fruit with herbacious undertones.
Palate
The palate is soft with a bit of sweetness on the finish and flavours of raspberry, plums and delicate spice.