COAST LINE

COAST LINE

CABERNET SAUVIGNON/ MERLOT

WINE OF ORIGIN – Western Cape

Vintage conditions:

Rain during the growing season caused vigorous growth and high disease pressure with colder spring temperatures and late flowering. Cooler conditions in early summer led to the harvest commencing late by up to two weeks on early cultivars. Ensuing warmer temperatures however brought the vintage back on schedule, followed by some cold spells that resulted in a longer ripening period. Overall the quality is better than and developing well in the cellar.

Wine description:

An elegant red wine that delivers black cherry, blackberry and plum flavour. The wine is soft, smooth and vibrant with upfront fruit on the palate complimented by hints of spice.

Maturation

This wine had one to two months of wood maturation.

Serving suggestion:

Enjoy on its own or with meaty pizza, pasta dishes or salad topped with cheese and cured meat.

Cellaring potential:

Enjoy this wine up to two years from vintage.

Wine analysis:

  • Alcohol 14.01% v/v
  • pH 3.57
  • Total acidity 5.65 g/l
  • Residual sugar 6.0 g/l


CHENIN BLANC

WINE OF ORIGIN – Western Cape

Vintage conditions:

Rain during the growing season caused vigorous growth with colder spring temperatures and late flowering. Cooler conditions in early summer led to the harvest commencing late by up to two weeks on early cultivars. Ensuing warmer temperatures however brought the vintage back on schedule, followed by some cold spells that resulted in a longer ripening period.

Wine description:

This lively and fresh Chenin blanc shows prominent aromas of melon, pineapple and guava with underlying hints of tropical and floral characters. On the palate, the wine is juicy, round and flavourful with a viscous and lingering finish.’

Maturation

None

Serving suggestion:

Enjoy this wine on its own or with a variety of salads, white meat dishes and fresh seafood. It is best enjoyed chilled.

Cellaring potential:

Enjoy now or cellar for 18 months from vintage date.

Wine analysis:

  • Alcohol 12.67% v/v
  • pH 3.56
  • Total acidity 5.9 g/l
  • Residual sugar 8.0 g/l


CHENIN BLANC / CHARDONNAY

WINE OF ORIGIN – Western Cape

Vintage conditions:

Rain during the growing season caused vigorous growth with colder spring temperatures and late flowering. Cooler conditions in early summer led to the harvest commencing late by up to two weeks on early cultivators. Ensuing warmer temperatures however brought the winter back on schedule, followed by some cold spells that resulted in a longer ripening period.

Varietals:

60% Chenin blanc, 40% Chardonnay

Wine description:

This vibrant wine shows an aroma of grapefruit, orange blossom, and green fig with hints of honeycomb and flint on the nose. The palate is well rounded with zippy acidity and a seamless, lingering finish.

Maturation

None

Serving suggestion:

Enjoy this wine on its own or with a variety of salads, white meat dishes, and fresh seafood. It is best enjoyed chilled.

Cellaring potential:

Enjoy now or cellar for 20 minutes from vintage.

Wine analysis:

  • Alcohol 13.06% v/v
  • pH 3.53
  • Total acidity 5.8 g/l
  • Residual sugar 8.0 g/l