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Nymphomane 2017 - Vintage Offer

This exciting new blend explores the marriage of Bordeaux varieties from vines  situated in the Hemel en Aarde Ridge and Elgin. This wine shows the balanced  and structured contribution of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with the  fruity flesh from the Merlot and spice and colour from the robust Malbec. 

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Delectable Details

 In Greek mythology nymphs are nature spirits that appear as beautiful  young women, and personify the creative activities of nature such as being  associated with a live-giving spring or water source. Today nymphs refer to  maidens or young women who are ready for marriage. This wine leans towards an  elegant cool-climate feminine style. 

The Climate

The varieties are grown in the Hemel – en Aarde Ridge and Valley, in close  proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The climate is “temperate” in style, where the  southerly maritime winds blow through the appellations during the summer. These  winds in turn bring regular sea mists and overcast conditions to the vineyards and  with it more even temperatures. The average summer temperature is 19° C and  rainfall, approximately, 750mm per year.

Technical details

All grapes varieties were harvested separately by hand enjoying cool early morning  temperatures. After overnight cold storage they were de-stemmed and crushed  into red ferment tanks. Cold maceration occurred for 3 days. The wine was then  fermented under controlled temperatures until dry. The skins were then lightly  pressed and the wine racked into a selection of French Oak Barriques (25% new  barrels) for 16 months ageing and maturation. Final blending occurred 1 months  prior to bottling and the wine was allowed to develop further in bottle prior to  release.

Styling

This wine expresses the typical Cabernet Sauvignon profile of blueberry and  mulberry, while the Cabernet Franc shows floral and subtle dried herb characters.  The Merlot and Malbec bring the vibrant red berry and juiciness to the palate. The fine grained tannins and an elegant mineral core will see this wine drinking well  on release and developing for at least 5 -7 years. Enjoy this wine with red meat,  venison and cheese platters.

Analysis

Alcohol by volume 14.83%
Total Acidity 5.6 g/L
pH 3.54
Volatile Acid 0.68 g/L
Residual Sugar 2.2 g/L

Varietals

Cabernet Sauvignon 49%
Merlot 35%
Malbec 11%
Cabernet Franc 5%