Cabernet Merlot 2008 Cape Mentelle
Product Description
Notes from Cape Mentelle's Vineyard
The majority of the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot for this blend were harvested from our Trinders, Wallcliffe and Foxcliffe Cape Mentelle vineyards in the Margaret River region. Most of these vineyard soils are derived from decomposed granite and consist of a gravelly loam over a deep clay subsoil. All vines are vertically shoot positioned and managed to ensure balanced growth during the season.
Notes from Cape Mentelle's Winemakers
After individual berry sorting each vineyard’s parcel of Cabernet and Merlot fruit was fermented on skins for up to 40 days. At the desired balance of fruit and tannin extraction, each batch was gently basket pressed, with harder pressings kept aside.
The individual parcels of Cabernet and Merlot were racked to oak following pressing for malolactic fermentation. Regular rackings over an 18 month period ensured the individual wines were at their best prior to blending. The wines were matured in selected Bordeaux coopered barriques of which 25% were new.
Additional Information
| Name | Cabernet Merlot 2008 Cape Mentelle |
| Grape Variety | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| ABV (%) | 14.5 |
| Body | Medium-full bodied |
| Food Match | Slow braised lamb shank with rosemary and sage |
| Maturity | Ready - will keep |
| Medal Winner | Not yet |
| Producer | Cape Mentelle |
| Region | Margaret River |
| Style | Dry |
| Wine Colour | Red |
| Bottle Size | Bottle - 75cl |
| Country | Australia |
| Vintage | 2008 |
| Wine Type | Still |
