Floreal 2006
Winemaker: Abraham de Klerk & Pierre Cazenave Appellation: Simonsberg/Paarl
Grape Varietal(s): Cab Sav(46%), Merlot(42%), Shiraz (12%)
The grape varietals were handpicked separately at phenolic ripeness and stored at 10 °C to ensure the finest flavor and freshness. Subsequent processing, fermentation and maturation was also carried out individually for each varietal. Upon crushing , a temperature of 10 °C was maintained and both skins and juice were left in contact in French oak tanks for 10 days for optimum color and flavor extraction. Upon fermentation, color and character is allowed to develop for a further period of 3 weeks before the wine is transferred to 40% new French oak barrels for 16-22 months. The use of new French oak allows the wine to retain certain flavors and extract tannin from the oak. By using only 40% new oak, the fruits within each varietal are respected and allowed to combine in perfect harmony ensuring truly magnificent flavour and character. Being our flagship red, much care and attention is taken in selecting the finest barrels containing maximum flavour and character.
Winemaker’s comments
A complex fruit-filled nose with stunning aromas of dark cherries and red berries with a hint of vanilla. This wine demonstrates elegant fruit combinations on the palate with flavours of blackberries, plum and liquorice to give a long lasting finish. The wine is ready to drink now. Slightly green tannins will allow further maturity of up to 10 to 15 years.
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Food Pairing
Our Floreal is made for special occasions. Easily enjoyed alone, this is the perfect wine for big flavours. We recommend beef or game such as a seasoned beef steak or succulent roast pheasant.
Analysis
Residual sugar Extract Alcohol
Total acidity pH
3,2 g/l
34,1 g/l 15,64 % v/v
5,2 g/l 3,78
Awards
Decanter Bronze 2009 Veritas 2013 Bronze Medal 89/100 Wine Spectator
3 1⁄2 Star John Platter
Winemaker: Abraham de Klerk & Pierre Cazenave Appellation: Simonsberg/Paarl
Grape Varietal(s): Cab Sav(46%), Merlot(42%), Shiraz (12%)
The grape varietals were handpicked separately at phenolic ripeness and stored at 10 °C to ensure the finest flavor and freshness. Subsequent processing, fermentation and maturation was also carried out individually for each varietal. Upon crushing , a temperature of 10 °C was maintained and both skins and juice were left in contact in French oak tanks for 10 days for optimum color and flavor extraction. Upon fermentation, color and character is allowed to develop for a further period of 3 weeks before the wine is transferred to 40% new French oak barrels for 16-22 months. The use of new French oak allows the wine to retain certain flavors and extract tannin from the oak. By using only 40% new oak, the fruits within each varietal are respected and allowed to combine in perfect harmony ensuring truly magnificent flavour and character. Being our flagship red, much care and attention is taken in selecting the finest barrels containing maximum flavour and character.
Winemaker’s comments
A complex fruit-filled nose with stunning aromas of dark cherries and red berries with a hint of vanilla. This wine demonstrates elegant fruit combinations on the palate with flavours of blackberries, plum and liquorice to give a long lasting finish. The wine is ready to drink now. Slightly green tannins will allow further maturity of up to 10 to 15 years.
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Food Pairing
Our Floreal is made for special occasions. Easily enjoyed alone, this is the perfect wine for big flavours. We recommend beef or game such as a seasoned beef steak or succulent roast pheasant.
Analysis
Residual sugar Extract Alcohol
Total acidity pH
3,2 g/l
34,1 g/l 15,64 % v/v
5,2 g/l 3,78
Awards
Decanter Bronze 2009 Veritas 2013 Bronze Medal 89/100 Wine Spectator
3 1⁄2 Star John Platter
Winemaker: Abraham de Klerk & Pierre Cazenave Appellation: Simonsberg/Paarl
Grape Varietal(s): Cab Sav(46%), Merlot(42%), Shiraz (12%)
The grape varietals were handpicked separately at phenolic ripeness and stored at 10 °C to ensure the finest flavor and freshness. Subsequent processing, fermentation and maturation was also carried out individually for each varietal. Upon crushing , a temperature of 10 °C was maintained and both skins and juice were left in contact in French oak tanks for 10 days for optimum color and flavor extraction. Upon fermentation, color and character is allowed to develop for a further period of 3 weeks before the wine is transferred to 40% new French oak barrels for 16-22 months. The use of new French oak allows the wine to retain certain flavors and extract tannin from the oak. By using only 40% new oak, the fruits within each varietal are respected and allowed to combine in perfect harmony ensuring truly magnificent flavour and character. Being our flagship red, much care and attention is taken in selecting the finest barrels containing maximum flavour and character.
Winemaker’s comments
A complex fruit-filled nose with stunning aromas of dark cherries and red berries with a hint of vanilla. This wine demonstrates elegant fruit combinations on the palate with flavours of blackberries, plum and liquorice to give a long lasting finish. The wine is ready to drink now. Slightly green tannins will allow further maturity of up to 10 to 15 years.
.
Food Pairing
Our Floreal is made for special occasions. Easily enjoyed alone, this is the perfect wine for big flavours. We recommend beef or game such as a seasoned beef steak or succulent roast pheasant.
Analysis
Residual sugar Extract Alcohol
Total acidity pH
3,2 g/l
34,1 g/l 15,64 % v/v
5,2 g/l 3,78
Awards
Decanter Bronze 2009 Veritas 2013 Bronze Medal 89/100 Wine Spectator
3 1⁄2 Star John Platter