Seven Sisters - Merlot

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Brand : Seven Sisters
Cultivar :
Merlot
Vintage : 2006
Production / Vinification Methods
All the grapes are from bushvines. Grapes crushed and fermented
on the skins between 25 - 29°C for at least 3 days. Pressed in a
tank press and fermented dry in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic
fermentation is also finished soon after fermentation. Final blends
are made out of the individual tanks prior to bottling.
Soil / Viticulture practices
The cultivar is grown on a variety of soil types in the Malmesbury
region, but mainly shale and oakleaf.
Climate
The Swartland falls within the coastal winter rainfall area. Warm
summers, moderated by cool Atlantic breezes. Annual rainfall:
400mm
Tasting
Intense Ruby Red colour. Inviting raspberry and other ripe red
berry flavours on the nose. The palate is well balanced with lots
of fruit flavours.
Medium bodied with lingering aftertaste.
Official Analysis
Alc: 13.58
TA: 5.8
RS: 2.3
pH: 3.51


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