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2019
THUNDERSTONE RED
Delicate perfume and intricate aromatics. Prominent
red berry fruits, cherries and savoury spices. The palate
is medium-bodied brimming with freshness and juicy
red fruits. Hints of sweet spice and lacy tannins gives
this wine a soft finish.
ANALYSIS
Alcohol (%/vol): 13.67%
Total acid (g/l): 5.77 g/L
Residual sugar (g/l): 2.33 g/L
pH: 3.69
BOTTLES PRODUCED
26 400
VINIFICATION
The grapes are hand harvested in the morning.
Approximately 30% of the Shiraz grapes are either
whole bunch fermented or co-fermented with some
added whole bunches. The Cabernet Sauvignon and
Cinsault remains whole berry ferments. During the 7-
10 days of fermentation the wines are pumped over up
to three times a day. Some of the grapes receive
extended skin contact after fermentation before it is
pressed and racked to barrel. The wine is matured in
French oak barrels for up to 18 months, before blending
and bottling.
40% Cinsault
35% Syrah
25% Cabernet Sauvignon
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