Neil Ellis Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 R295/bottle 750ml

Intense dark colour. The nose shows restraint, with aromas of complex blackberry, liquorice, and cedar notes. The palate is rounded and fresh followed by fine, dense tannins. This is a wine built to last and for early drinking would benefit from decanting.

Showing what Stellenbosch as a collective can do with Cabernet Sauvignon, this award-winning wine celebrates the noble variety within a multi-vineyard blend.
Trellised vineyards planted on south-west facing slopes in decomposed granite soils from the Bottelary Hills and Jonkershoek valley.

Grapes were harvested between 25 to 25.5°B with a total acid of 7-7.8 g/l and a pH of 3.4- 3.5.

Fermentation initiated in stainless steel tanks. The crushed grapes underwent a series of pump overs until dry. Further maceration was allowed before drawing off and light pressing. Malolactic fermentation was completed in French oak barrels.

This wine spent 18 months in 25% new French oak barrels and the balance is 2nd, 3rd and 4th fill.

Origin

Stellenbosch

Variety

86% Cabernet Sauvignon

Alcohol

14.5%

Vintage

2018

Chargrilled ribeye on the bone.