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Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot, Darling Cellars

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Technical Analysis
Alcohol
13.5
Residual sugar
3.6
pH
3.62
Acidity
5.4
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Part of Darling Cellar's Classic Range, this Cabernet/Merlot is an easy-drinking, fun wine, rich in vibrant fruit and displaying some complexity.
Tasting note

A fruit forward wine with an array of complex aromas which include candy floss, red cherries, cranberries and mulberries. 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot. This elegant fruity wine will be a perfect fit for all festive occasions.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Red Blend
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
P N Rossouw, M Immelman
Fining Agent
Vegan suitable
Closure
Screw top
Region
Darling
Vegan
Yes

Vinification details

The grapes were carefully selected from specific sites to produce vibrant, elegant berry fruit flavours. They underwent 5-8 days’ fermentation at 20-30°C, followed by maturation in stainless steel tanks, before early blending for better integration of tannins.

 

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
14.0
Residual sugar
3.4
pH
3.64
Acidity
5.5
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Part of Darling Cellar's Classic Range, this Cabernet/Merlot is an easy-drinking, fun wine, rich in vibrant fruit and displaying some complexity.
Tasting note

A fruit-forward wine with an array of complex aromas which include candy floss, red cherries, cranberries and mulberries. A blend of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot and 15% Cinsaut.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Red Blend
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
P-N. Rossouw, Maggie Immelman
Closure
Screw top
Region
Darling
Vegan
Yes

Vinification details

The grapes were carefully selected from specific sites to produce vibrant, elegant berry fruit flavours. They underwent 5-8 days’ fermentation at 20-30°C, followed by maturation in stainless steel tanks, before early blending for better integration of tannins.

 

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
12.5
Residual sugar
3.8
pH
3.23
Acidity
7.2
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Part of Darling Cellar's Classic Range, this Cabernet/Merlot is an easy-drinking, fun wine, rich in vibrant fruit and displaying some complexity.
Tasting note

An elegant, fruit-forward wine with an array of complex aromas including candy floss, red cherries, cranberries and mulberries.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Red Blend
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Pieter-Niel Rossouw & Carel Hugo
Closure
Screw top
Region
Western Cape
Vegan
Yes

Vinification details

From unirrigated bush vines, this Cabernet/Merlot blend went through 5-8 days’ whole berry fermentation at 20-30°C before maturation in stainless steel tanks. It was blended early for better integration of tannins.

 

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
13.3
Residual sugar
3.3
pH
3.60
Acidity
5.4
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Part of Darling Cellar's Classic Range, this Cabernet/Merlot is an easy-drinking, fun wine, rich in vibrant fruit and displaying some complexity.
Tasting note

A fruit forward wine with an array of complex aromas including candy floss, red cherries, cranberries and mulberries. An elegant, fruity wine: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Red Blend
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Pieter-Niel Rossouw & Carel Hugo
Closure
Screw top
Region
Western Cape
Vegan
Yes

Vinification details

From unirrigated bush vines, this Cabernet/Merlot blend went through 5-8 days’ whole berry fermentation at 20-30°C before maturation in stainless steel tanks. It was blended early for better integration of tannins.

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
13.9
Residual sugar
3.3
pH
3.60
Acidity
5.3
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Part of Darling Cellar's Classic Range, this Cabernet/Merlot is an easy-drinking, fun wine, rich in vibrant fruit and displaying some complexity.
Tasting note

A fruit forward wine with an array of complex aromas including candy floss, red cherries, cranberries and mulberries. An elegant, fruity wine: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Red Blend
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Pieter-Niel Rossouw & Carel Hugo
Closure
Screw top
Region
Darling
Vegan
Yes

Vinification details

From unirrigated bush vines, this Cabernet/Merlot blend went through 5-8 days’ whole berry fermentation at 20-30°C before maturation in stainless steel tanks. It was blended early for better integration of tannins.