Tasting Notes
A fortified wine made from Merlot & Pinotage. Marzipan, candied cherries, christmas cake and licorice with a smooth warm finish.
Wine Information
- Winemaker: Andrew Nimmo
- Region: Gisborne
- Variety: Merlot, Pinotage
Chronology
- Harvest Date: Various year from 2012 onward
- Bottling Date: May 2020
- Release Date: October 2020
Winemaker Notes
Merlot & Pinotage grapes were fermented as table wines. After maturing in barrels the wine was fortified and sugar added to create a “vintage” style of fortified wine.
Technical Details
- Alcohol: 16.5%
- Residual Sugar: 75
- Total Acidity: 6.4
- ph: 3.6
Consuming
- Cellaring: 5+ years
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