Idiom ‘R’ – Rodanico Blend 2020

R450.00

A medium-bodied blend of Shiraz, Mourv??dre and Viognier. Aromas of vibrant red cherry, violets and granite dominate the nose. Lively, tantalising flavours of dark plum and white pepper dance on the palate. Smooth, velvety tannins and a long, lingering fresh finish make for an elegant wine. Serve with wild boar or other venison dishes for a special pairing.

78% Shiraz, 19% Mourvèdre and 3% Viognier.

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Cultivar

Mourvèdre, Shiraz, Viognier

Vintage

2020

Wine of Origin

Stellenbosch

Provenance

Vineyard – Da Capo, Sir Lowry’s Pass, Helderberg

Date of Bottling

10th January 2022

Analysis

pH 3.6
Total acidity 6.2g/l
Residual sugar 2.6g/l
Alcohol 14%

Vinification Details

The Viognier was partly fermented in stainless steel tanks and then completed fermentation and malo-lactic in 60% new French oak 225L barrels. Both red varieties received four days of pre-fermentation cold maceration prior to fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The Shiraz and Mourvedre then completed malolactic fermentation in 70% new oak 225L barrels and matured in these same barrels. The Shiraz and Mourvedre was then blended and matured in 40% American and 60% French oak barrel for 12 months.