Groenekloof Cinsaut

Seafood paella, Indian curry.

The growing season was characterised by a shortened, harvest period without rain and reletavely warm days but cool evenings. Harvest commenced on 28 February 2017. Grapes were harvested at 25.2°B with a total acid of 6.4 g/ l and a pH of 3.5.

This wine spent 14 months in 500 l French oak barrels; 20% new, 20% 2nd fill and 60% older.

Fermentation initiated in stainless tanks and underwent a series of pump overs until dry. Further maceration allowed before drawing off and light pressing.

Neil Ellis is a South African wine producer built on the belief that each variety should be matched to the site where it performs best. Working across distinctive Cape vineyards, the range is known for precise, site-expressive wines spanning Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and more.