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0030404003517
Ernie Els Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Ernie Els Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
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Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Region
South Africa
Alcohol
14%
Overview
Cabernet Sauvignon
Aging
17 months in 300 litre French Oak barrels; 20% new
Fermentation
Handpicked, sorted, and destemmed, the berries are fermented in open top tanks with intermittent pump overs and punch downs to ensure flavors, aromas, and tannins are extracted. Maceration to follow if needed.
Tasting Notes
Style
Red
Flavor
Anise, Blend-Fruits
Aroma
Red berry fruits billow from the glass with classic cigar notes over elegant dried herbs, black cherry, and ripe plums with red cherry freshness.
Taste
Inviting entry with a fresh, vibrant youthful energy of bouncy red fruit with an earthy undertow. The wine evolves with an attractive tension between black and red fruit, licorice, and a focused, dry finish