Guardian Peak Wines

Guardian Peak Frontier 2009:

Grape Variety :	Cabernet Sauvignon 45% Shiraz 34% Merlot 21%
Vintage :	2009
Origin :	Western Cape
Winemakers :	Philip van Staden

Chemical Analysis:	Alcohol :	14,38 vol%
	Acidity :	5.4 g/l
	pH :	3.53
	Res Sugar :	4.6 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 : Deep Ruby Red

Bouquet : Great complexity on the nose show initial liquorice and chocolate aromas which gives way to hints of dark cheries.

Palate : A very well structured wine with lovely integrated tannins, characteristic of a Cabernet based blend. Ripe red fruit are prominent on the palate with a lengthy, smooth finish.

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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