Cape Winemakers Guild

Rijk’s CWG Shiraz 2011

Hand-picked in the cool of the night to retain freshness and flavours. 48 hours cold maceration (10 degrees C) prior to fermentation. 20% of the grapes were not crushed and destemmed and were left to ferment beneath the crushed grapes. Extraction was done by doing a combination of pump-overs and pigeage three times per day. Malolactic fermentation took place in barrels. Matured for 22 months in a new 300 litre French oak barrel. Tasting Notes: The wine has an exceptional vibrant red colour. A complex nose of black and white pepper spices with liquorice, bramble and black fruit undertones. Well-structured, elegant tannins support a multi-layered, creamy palate and ensure great harmony and balance.

Winemaker: Pierre Wahl

Price raised per case

  • 6 x 750ml or equivalent
  • Highest: R 2 000.00
  • Lowest: R 1 400.00
  • Average: R 1 705.26

Packaging

  • Bottle Size 750 ml
  • Case Size: 6 x 750ml
  • Cases Produced: 65
  • Cases Auctioned 38

Analysis

  • Alc: 13.90 vol%
  • RS: 3.70 g/l
  • TA: 6.00 g/l
  • pH: 3.56

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