Warwick Estate Three Cape Ladies

Known in the trade as a "Cape Blend" this wine is made up of cabernet sauvignon 35%, pinotage 34%, shiraz 27% and merlot 4%. After separate vinification the wines were then blended and aged in medium toast French oak for 32 months-30% of it being new barrels. The wine was bottled in May 2010 and released to the market in June 2010.

Tasting Notes

Each component distinctly displays its own qualities. This vintage displays lots of prune and berry compote aromas with hints of chocolate, sandalwood and peppermint in the background. The pinotage is soft and sweet while the merlot and shiraz offers a subtle spiciness. The cabernet sauvignon is the backbone of the blend with well balanced, smooth tannins that will do well with cellaring. Full on the palate with good length on the finish. This blend brings the best of Pinotage to the classic French varieties. alcohol 14.8%-tasting notes from winemaker Jozua Joubert 10.11.10

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