Wine Composition
94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Merlot
Winemakers Comments
With over two decades of producing this Estate wine, it has systematically increased in quality, more consistently expressing the terroir of the Helderberg. Wine shows off pure fruit and earthy notes complimented by a classical pencil lead aroma. A typical dry tannin structure with seamless balance to finish.
Awards
Tim Atkin | 95 points (2015)
Technical Analysis
Alcohol Percentage
13.9%
TA
5.6 g/l
pH
3.59
RS
2.3 g/l
Cellar Techniques
19 months, 28% new, 225L French oak barrels
Winemaker
Name - Mark Le Roux
Winery
Waterford Estate is situated in one of the world's most visually arresting pockets of paradise. Nestled in the picturesque Blaauwklippen Valley, in the world-renowned Stellenbosch region, this 120-hectare property boasts ancient citrus groves, rolling lawns, water features and fragrant lavender beds.