Technical Analysis
The Icon of Vergelegen. A timeless expression of elegance and finesse. The grapes are harvested from prime vineyard blocks reserved exclusively for V, and the wine is produced in limited quantities in exceptional vintages only.
Tasting note
The 2022 V is pure and fresh with notes of spice, dark chocolate and cedar wood. Although vibrant in youth, it will benefit from further bottle maturation. Cabernet Sauvignon 60% Petite Verdot 15%, Merlot 13% & Cabernet Franc 12%
Vintage conditions
The post ’21 harvest was cool and dry, with a good winter for generating cold units and a even rainfall. Bud break was 7 – 10 days later and was even. Early spring was cool and dry, but got wet later on so late cultivars battled with flowering. Unusual rain in summer lead to big canopies and more growth which required management at additional costs. This caused humidity which increased disease pressure and weeds. Due to cool conditions the phenology ripen was 10 day later. From January extreme heat shocked the vineyards so ripening was slow despite the hot dry ripening period, followed by a harvest that was 10 days later than usual. Despite this, excellent extract for colour and flavours were seen.
Vinification details
The grapes are hand picked and fermented in closed tanks at temperatures of 28-30°C. The young wine receives a post fermentation maceration of 28 days, followed by malolactic fermentation in new French oak. The V is matured in barrels for 16 months, followed by 24 months in bottle before release.
AWARDS
Tim Atkin MW: 95 pts
Vinous: 91 pts
Technical Analysis
The Icon of Vergelegen. A timeless expression of elegance and finesse. The grapes are harvested from prime vineyard blocks reserved exclusively for V, and the wine is produced in limited quantities in exceptional vintages only.
Tasting note
With it's deep ruby colour and complex aroma, this wine exudes sophistication and refinement. Crafted from carefully selected estate grown Cabernet grapes 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot
Vintage conditions
Coming off the back of a three-year drought, vines were already struggling in 2019, and with a warm start to the year, things were looking worrying. But the weather soon cooled, and thoughts turned to whether crops would ripen sufficiently. Thankfully these fears were unfounded; with yields down on 2018, the crop was able to ripen while providing outstanding concentration alongside refreshing acidity and moderate alcohols. The style of the 2019 vintage is one of elegance and purity, but with impressive structure and fine tannins. The refreshing acidity and structured nature of the wines should appeal to lovers of classic Bordeaux blends, with the ability to age and improve for a number of years to come
Vinification details
The grapes were hand-picked and fermented in closed tanks at temperatures of 25-28°C. The young wine receives a post fermentation maceration of 48 days, followed by malolactic fermentation in stainless steel. The V is then racked to French oak for 18 months.
AWARDS
Tim Atkin MW: 93 pts
