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Boschkloof Cabernet Merlot
Varietal: Red Blend
Bottle Size: 750 mL
Region: South Africa
Medium Red Wines
78% Cabernet Sauvignon – 22% Merlot
Think New World fruit meets Old World structure—the best of both.’ Boschkloof’s vineyard, being located in the well-draining granitic soils of the Polkadraai Hills is perfectly situated for textbook, classy, Bordeaux blends. 2020 growing season was highlighted by slightly larger yields than the depressed 2019, a harvest that had a two week hiatus due to the government clampdown on winemaking during the first COVID-19 lockdown and resulting wines that highlight the best of the region and grapes. Freshness but with more structure than the 2019, and a bit more ripe fruit.
The grapes were handpicked and fermented separately with both inoculated and native ferments. Pumpovers occurred four time per day to get gentle extraction of color, tannins and flavor. After 3-4 weeks on skins the lots were pressed off to used French barriques where they aged for 16 months, with a racking and small sulfur addition around the 10 month mark. Post-élevage, the barrels were selected for the final blend and racked to tank where it was bottled without fining or filtration and a dose of sulfur dioxide.
Total Production: 1,333 cases
Staff review: Grab a bottle or two and take 'em to a BBQ, 'cuz once it's popped the fun don't stop!!
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