CWG

2007 Sophia

Description

Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon (54%), Merlot (38%), Cabernet Franc (8%)

Vineyards

Harvest Date

Winemaking

A  blend  of   the  best  “Cobblers  Hill”  barrels  and  a  reserve Cabernet   Sauvignon,  this  wine  has   been  named  “Sophia”   after the legendary   mother   of   Faith, Hope and Charity.   Representing the characteristics of the three Bordeaux varieties that makes up this exceptional wine, the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot grapes were harvested from the hillside vineyards at Jordan with views overlooking Table Mountain and False Bay.  Fermented at 28°C  with  three pump-overs daily over the fermenting cap.  After pressing, the wine was   racked to barrel where it   completed malolactic fermentation.  The wine spent a total of 26 months  in 225-litre French oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Complex, dark chocolate, black cherry and   cassis intertwine with rich blackberry fruit and hints of vanilla and spice from the integrated French oak.  Densely layered ripe tannins add to the opulent   finish. Well-structured, this wine will reward careful cellaring for many years to come.

Analysis

Alc: 14.0%, TA: 6.0g/l, pH: 3.5, RS: 2.1g/l