Thelema Mountain Red 2011
Spicy aromas of black pepper and mulberry mingle with the plum flavours of this soft and approachable wine.
Maturation
Great now, and will improve for 4 years.
Food Pairing
Particularly good with light and medium flavoured meals, such as pizza and braai.
Tasting Notes
| Blend | Shiraz: 41%, Petit Verdot: 22%, Cabernet Sauvignon: 20%, Merlot: 8%, Grenach 6%, Cabernet Franc: 3% |
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| W.O. Origin | Western Cape |
| Closure | Screw-cap |
| Vintage | Moderate to Warm, windy season resulting in elegant, full bodied wines |
| Residual Sugar | 2.0 g/l |
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| pH | 3.53 |
| Total acid | 5.2 g/l |
| Alcohol | 14.89% by volume (14.5% on the bottle) |
| Maturation | Although this wine is already drinking well, it will reward further cellaring |
| Wood Maturation | All components 18 months in 2nd, 3rd and 4th fill barrels |
| Method | Portions of our younger vineyards are selected for this fruit-driven yet complex wine |
Spicy aromas of black pepper and mulberry mingle with the plum flavours in this soft and approachable wine.