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De Waal Signal Rock 2014

De Waal Signal Rock 2014

R640,00Price
This is a dark coloured wine, with beautiful fresh black fruit and a hint of spice. It is voluptuous and rich, with a velvety, round finish.
 
THE SIGNAL ROCK STORY
This story comes a long way and was told by Jan de Waal, the grandfather of the current owner, Pieter de Waal. Jan started farming on the family farm in 1913. During winter days, daily around 12h00, the sun shines on a rock on the Stellenbosch Mountain. This was an indication (the signal) to the workers, who didn’t own watches at the time, that it was time for a lunch break.
This phenomenon can still be seen today, during the winter months, from the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vineyards on the farm.
 
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  • Technical Analysis

    alc    14.0%
    rs    2.3
    pH    3.69
    ta    5.5

  • Wine Information

    Accolades: 

    De Waal Signal Rock consistently receive 4 stars or more in John Platter Wine Guide.

    It was one of the top 25 Blends at the Old Mutual Trophy Show 2016.

    Varieties:    Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage & Merlot

    Blend:    67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Pinotage, 21% Merlot

    Food Suggestion:   It pairs well with a good Fillet, Lamb Shank or an Oxtail dish.

    Ageing   Future Maturation Potential: 5-8 years

    Cellar

    Our Blend is produced in limited quantities.

    Cellar Maturation: 12 months 225-litre French oak, 50% new, 50% second fill barrels.

    Bottling Date: April 2016

    Harvest

    Harvest Date: March 2014

    Sugar level at Harvest: 25.5°B

    Yield per Hectare: 6 tonnes per hectare

    Vineyard    

    Location of Vineyard: On warmer north facing slopes

    Soil Type: Gravel & loam

    Age of Vineyards: 20 - 30 years

    Root Stock: R 99

    Method of Trellising: 3 wire-hedge

  • Style

    Body:    Full
    Style:    Dry
    Type:    Red

  • Pack

    Closure:    Cork
    Pack Size:    750ml
    Pack Type:    Bottle

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