Saxenburg Guinea Fowl Red


Blend	Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz
Position in Vineyards	Every cultivar grows on the correct position and soil conditions for optimum quality
Average Age of Vines	5 to 9 years
Viticulture Practice	Trellised, summer pruning for lower yields and drip irrigation only to support quality
Yield per Hectare	3-5 Tons/ha
Time of Harvest	Every cultivar on its own between middle of Feb. till end of March
Vinification Details	Selected full ripe grapes fermented with yeast but no sulphur in open tanks at 29 degrees C. Plunging and pumping over four times daily and skin contact after fermentation of 2 weeks was allowed. Malolactic fermentation finished with natural bacteria in the tank.
Type & Size of Oak Barrels	This blend matured for 6 months in used French and American oak barrels
When Bottled	Middle of July with only a course filtration prior to bottling
Maturation Potential	Up to 3 years
Winemaker's Comments	This blend is ready to enjoy now, but will mature into a more complex wine. The natural balance of it will compliment game, red meat or full flavoured meat dishes as well as pasta and pizza. An ideal wine for better casual meals and occasions.