Dornier, Cocoa Hill Ruby Red 2022

Description

Cocoa Hill Red 2022 is a blend of Merlot (35%), Shiraz (32%), Cabernet Sauvignon (19%), Petit Verdot (7%) and Malbec (7%) from vines that grows in the decomposed granite soils of Cocoa Hill – a hilltop in the folds of the Stellenbosch Mountain.

Tasting Note by the Winemaker

The wine shows aromas of black and red fruit, pepper and a hint of spice. The palate is flavourful and well balanced with concentrated fruit, fresh acidity and fine tannins and a lingering finish.

Vineyards

The vines are planted on Dornier wine’s Groenkloof farm on the slopes of the Stellenbosch Mountain. The soil is composed of coffee coloured decomposed granite. The vines get full sun which allows for the optimum development of rich berry characters and smooth tannins in the grapes.

Cocoa Hill Winemaking

All components of this blend were fermented separately in vineyard specific batches with pump-overs for colour and tannin extraction being performed five times daily. The Ruby Red wine was barrel matured for 12 months in French oak barrels and a small un-oaked component was used to provide a fresh and lively character.

Ruby Red Peak drinking

You can enjoy Dornier Cocoa Hill from 2024 for up to 5 years.

Analysis:

Alcohol: 13.5 %, RS: 4 g/l, TA: 5.9 g/l, pH: 3.61, VA: 0.56 g/l

Additional information

Braised oxtail, Boeuf Bourguignon, Charcuterie platter and smoked Kudu Carpaccio.