La Petite Ferme Verdict Cape Blend 2017

Classic Cabernet pencil shavings. Cabernet Franc adds spice and herbal buchu undertones. Rich dark fruit, Black cherry, cassis.

Technical Analysis
alc	52.0
rs	5.0
pH	53.0
ta	3.0
Wine Information
Accolades	Platter - 4½ stars
Brand Group	La Petite Ferme
Other
Winemaker	Wikus Pretorius
Variety	Cabernet Sauvignon
BlendPercent	55% Cabernet Franc, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Pinotage
FoodSuggest
Ageing	Drink now - 2027
Cellar	Picked between 25.0- 25.5 Balling Fermentation in open fermenters for 10 days, cap punched down manually every 5 hours. Wood maturation: 225L French Oak barrels for 15 months, 30% new barrels
Style
body	Full
style	Dry
type	Red
Pack
Closure	Screwcap
Pack Size	750ml
Pack Type	Bottle