Old Coach Road Malbec Cabernet Franc Merlot 2021 - Special Case Offer
Old Coach Road Malbec Cabernet Franc Merlot 2021 - Special Case Offer
Wine Analysis
Wine Analysis
Vineyard: Seifried Clover Road, Brightwater and Edens Road vineyards
Sugar at Harvest: 23.2°Brix
Date of Harvest: Late March - early April 2021
pH of Wine: 3.51
T.A of Wine: 5.4g/L
Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans: Yes
The Vineyard
The Vineyard
The Clover Road, Brightwater and Edens Road vineyards are all situated 15 km from the coast and are sheltered from the south by the Richmond Ranges. The 'soil' is a combination of rocks and boulders which is very hard on farm equipment, but vital for holding the warmth of Nelson's sun and for ripening the newly
established vines.
Winemaker's Notes
Winemaker's Notes
This soft, easy drinking wine is a blend of three classic varieties. The grape varietal parcels were harvested as they ripened and fermented on their skins separately. Fermentation occurred over a three week period with punch downs occurring twice daily to help build up the core structure from which this wine would evolve. The wines were then aged separately in French oak barriques to impart spicy oak flavours.
"An approachable supple red with berry fruit notes wrapped in smooth spicy oak notes. The palate is warm and loaded with fruits of the forest, cinnamon and mocha notes. Sip away and enjoy the warm lingering finish on the wine."
Heidi Seifried-Houghton, Winemaker.