VINEYARDS
Circumstance Cape Coral Mourvèdre is produced from grapes purchased in the Stellenbosch wine growing region, characterised by relatively mild winters, and long hot summers. Vines were cultivated under dry land conditions. Planted in cool, deep red soils which provide adequate water for this late ripening varietal.
THE 2009/10 GROWING SEASON
After a very cool 2008/09 growing season, the 2009/10 vintage was one of the most difficult in years. Strong winds of up to 120 km/h and rain storms at the end of October were some of the climatic factors we had to battle with during spring. The wind created havoc right through the season, blowing off shoots and reducing the yield significantly. Cool weather prevailed through spring into late February 2010 and had a positive influence on quality of the grapes.
WINEMAKING
Grapes were hand-harvested and a gentle whole-bunch pressing extracted only the best juice. No further maceration of the juice with the skins was allowed. The natural occurring yeast was allowed to ferment the juice at temperatures of 16 to 18ºC, which took 13 weeks to complete. It was left on the primary lees for another month to add further complexity before bottling.
TASTING NOTES
A serious, dry Cape Mourvèdre with herby, spicy character. Elegant fresh red fruit flavours allow for immediate appeal. The delicate, pale Cape Coral Mourvèdre reminds of the roses from Bandol in the South of France. The delicate fruit on the palate ends with a tight, dry finish. The colour inspired the reference to “Coral.” Great with fresh seafood and sushi and it even complements spicy foods.
ANALYSIS
Alc: 13.5%
RS: 3.22g/l
TA: 5.22g/l
pH: 3.34
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