Guardian Peak Wines

Guardian Peak Frontier 2005:

Grape Variety :	Cabernet Sauvignon 45% Shiraz 42% Merlot 13%
Vintage :	2005
Origin :	Western Cape
Winemakers :	Louis Strydom; Coenie Snyman

Chemical Analysis:	Alcohol :	14,5 vol%
	Acidity :	6.2 g/l
	pH :	3.57
	Res Sugar :	3.7 g/l

Climate :
Mediterranean with the rainfall 650mm per annum, the vineyards are located high up on the northern slopes of the Helderberg Mountain. This contribution imparts warmer fruit flavours to the wine. In summer, the vineyards’ close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean result in cool sea breezes that keeps temperatures lower, extending the ripening period.

Soil :
A diverse composition of soil and topography add complexity and an array of different characteristics to the wine.

Vinification / Maturing :
10 months of French and American oak maturation. The three cultivars were vinified separately for eight months, followed by two months of blending prior to bottling.

This wine :

Appearance : Bright deep Ruby

Bouquet : This wine has a fruit-driven aroma of plums and black cherries. It is distinctly complimented by Christmas cake and cedar. Hints of tobacco are also noticeable.

Palate : This juicy wine also shows the black cherry and plum flavours on the palate. Hints of vanilla compliment the fruity finish that lingers on the palate.

Impression :
The three varietals each contribute unique flavours and character to the wine to make this a wonderful drinking experience. The wine will mature and soften beautifully over the next 5 years.

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