De Toren, Edition Z 2019

Description

De Toren Z was created by design born of cool ocean facing vineyards high in clay content conditions intensely suited to the planting of Merlot. Affectionately called ‘Zee’, this approachable ruby-hued beauty takes its name from the cooling Zephyr breeze that air-conditions the ocean-fronting vineyard block of its origin.

A testimony to vines lovingly reared and a uniquely South African rendering of Bordeaux’s famous Right Bank-style red, the wine has garnered plenty of attention, including that of the formidable 2012 judging panel at Mundus Vini, one of the most prestigious international wine competitions in the world – of the 6 000 wines submitted for scrutiny, the De Toren Z 2010 vintage, produced on a mere 22 hectares in the Polkadraai Hills overlooking Stellenbosch, succeeded in clinching coveted Gold.

TASTING NOTES
The 2019 vintage of Edition Z was crafted from meticulously grown grapes during a season considered one of the coldest Stellenbosch vintages in recent years.  The well defined characteristics familiar to cooler climates are noteworthy and appreciable in this wine.

The blend from this vintage showcases a magnificently aromatic nose.  Juicy, ripe red fruit is at the forefront, followed by creamy, mineral notes and even a subtle hint of herbal notes.  The fine-drawn aroma of aniseed completes this aromatic experience, perfectly.

The 2019 vintage of Edition Z is linear and precise on the palate, revealing a medium bodied expression with beautifully integrated red and just ripe blackcurrants.  The blend’s sensorial experience is perfectly framed by the wine’s vibrant acidity, combined with its well judged oak.

VARIETIES
67% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Franc & 4% Petit Verdot

BARREL MATURATION
Aged in a climatized barrel/ maturation room (16 degrees Celsius at 80% humidity) for 12 months in 225 Litre French Oak barrels. Following blending, 30% of the wine volume benefits from a further 6 months of maturation in barrel when submitted to older French Oak barrels before final blending commences.

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
Alcohol: 14.43 % / Vol Sugar: 2.51 g/l / Acidity: 5.46 g/l  / pH: 3.6

Additional information

This wine is a very versatile food pairing wine due to its great acidity and weight. It works exceptionally well with very fine spicy foods. Its aromas of mulberries and blueberries perfectly complements rich fish, lamb, duck, beef and poultry.

For optimum enjoyment, decant at least one hour before consumption.