Glen Carlou - 'The Glen Carlou Collection' Red Blend, Simonsberg-Paarl - 2018 (750ml)

Wine Composition

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot,  Malbec & Petit Verdot 

Winemakers Comments

Full and complex. Vibrant red fruit and cassis from the Cabernet Sauvignon combine with Merlot’s plum and vanilla undertones and hints of Cabernet Franc’s tobacco leaf and bell pepper. Ex-plosive and evolving aromas of ripe black berries, leather and pencil shavings are followed by hints of cedar wood and cassis. The palate is brimming with dark fruit and peppermint choco-late, alongside of soft tannins and a velvety finish. A wine of great pedigree that will reward cellaring

Awards

Tim Atkin | 92 points

Technical Analysis

Alcohol Percentage

14.5%  

Cellar Techniques

Gentle handling and absolute attention throughout the wine-making process ensured the wine was kept as natural as possible. Distinct blackcurrant and liquorice, with characteristic bell pepper notes mingle with chocolate and sweet berry flavors. The components were fermented naturally in small open top barrels and left on skins for 30 days. Only free-draining juice went into French Oak barriques, matured for 22 months.

Winemaker

Name - Johnnie Calitz

Winery

Glen Carlou is situated in the Simonsberg—Paarl region of South Africa’s Western Cape. Of the current 31 blocks planted and which encompass a variety of slopes and aspects, each is nurtured according to its own unique potential, respecting the natural cycles of the vines. A vineyard replanting programme is underway adding 5 hectares per year. Hardier, tougher drought resistant rootstocks and new varietal clonal selections are being planted. Our 145 hectare property transferred back to local ownership when in 2016, Glen Carlou was purchased by a South African family consortium. The rich tapestries of passionate people interwoven with insightful custodians have shaped and continue to develop Glen Carlou Vineyards.