Verdict 2017 (Cape Blend)
Varieties
55% Cabernet Franc
24% Cabernet Sauvignon
21% Pinotage
Winemaker’s notes
Wine of origin Franschhoek.
Violet & cherry perfume leads into a broad pallet of lively cassis fruit and pliable tannins full of energy and flavour.
Enjoy it now or cellar it up to 2027
Winemaking
Picked between 25.0- 25.5 balling. Fermentation in open fermenters for 10 days, cap punched down manually every 5 hours. The wine is matured in 225L French Oak barrels for 15 months, 30%new barrels
Wine analysis
Residuel Sugar 3.5g/l
pH 3.53
Total Acid 6.3
Alc 14.52%
Discover the bold flavours of Verdict 2017, a captivating Cape Blend crafted with a unique combination of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinotage. With vibrant violet and cherry aromas, lively cassis fruit, and smooth tannins, this wine offers an unforgettable tasting experience. Whether you choose to enjoy it now or cellar it until 2027, Verdict 2017 is sure to impress. To learn more about this exceptional wine or to enquire about our other offerings, get in touch with us today through our contact page. Our team is ready to assist with any questions you may have.
FAQs and Answers
1. What type of wine is Verdict 2017?
Verdict 2017 is a Cape Blend red wine crafted from 55% Cabernet Franc, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon and 21% Pinotage, produced in Franschhoek.
2. Where is Verdict 2017 produced?
Verdict 2017 is a Wine of Origin Franschhoek, one of South Africa’s most respected wine regions known for premium red blends.
3. What does Verdict 2017 taste like?
This wine opens with violet and cherry aromas, followed by lively cassis fruit on the palate and smooth, pliable tannins that deliver energy and depth of flavour.
4. Can Verdict 2017 be cellared?
Yes. Verdict 2017 can be enjoyed now or cellared until 2027, allowing the structure and tannins to develop further complexity over time.
5. What food pairs well with Verdict 2017?
It pairs beautifully with roast lamb, grilled beef, venison, mature cheeses and rich tomato based dishes due to its firm tannins and cassis fruit character.
6. How is Verdict 2017 made?
The grapes were picked between 25.0 and 25.5 balling. Fermentation took place in open fermenters for 10 days with manual punch downs every five hours. The wine matured for 15 months in 225 litre French oak barrels, 30% of which were new.
7. What is the alcohol content of Verdict 2017?
Verdict 2017 has an alcohol level of 14.52%, balanced by a pH of 3.53, total acidity of 6.3 and residual sugar of 3.5 g per litre.
8. What makes a Cape Blend unique?
A Cape Blend typically includes Pinotage alongside Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. This combination delivers structure, fruit intensity and a distinctly South African character.