MARKLEW at LONDON WINE SHOW

GOLD MEDAL - MARKLEW FAMILY WINES - CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2004

Last week the results for the International Wine Challenge were announced at the LIWSF in London...

Marklew Family Wines, situated in the Simonsberg /Stellenbosch Ward, receives a GOLD MEDAL at the IWC (the first international wine competition ever entered).

The total number of gold medals awarded was 260, out of 9 358 wines judged. 12 gold medals were awarded to wines from South Africa.

Below please see Duan (our very happy winemakers) tasting notes:

MARKLEW  Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

WINE OF ORIGIN:  SIMONSBERG, STELLENBOSCH

Alcohol:                                  13.58%

Residual Sugar:                    2.1

Total Acidity:                          5.90

pH:                                          3.57

Total Production:  1900 x 6 cases

Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 was hand picked at optimum ripeness, sorted and vinified from a 16 year old bush vine block and a 11 year old trellised, dry land vineyard.

The combination of these two vineyards give great structure, complexity and depth to the wine.

Grapes get pumped and plunged numerous times during a long fermentation period for maximum extraction.  After fermentation, grapes were lightly pressed in a small traditional basket press.

Oaking – 12 months in 40% new, 60% 2^nd fill barrels. MLF done in barrels.  95% French, 5% American oak.

Well toned muscularity, classic cassis/mulberry concentration with dry insistent tannins which yield to memorable finish.

Can be enjoyed now but will improve with bottle age and can still be drunk 10 years from vintage. Food Pairing:  red meats eg Venison, Ostrich, Beef, Stews

Duan Brits

WINEMAKER