Dornier, Malbec 2022

Description

Tasting Note by the Winemaker
In South Africa Malbec is most commonly used as one of five varietals in a red Bordeaux blend. On Dornier the wine made from this grape with its thick-skinned berry and green flesh tends to be full and juicy with aromas of dark berries and plum with hints of violet that is typical of the varietal. The palate is rich in texture and shows characteristics of berry, dark chocolate and juicy fruit. The finish is long with a balanced acidity and fine tannin structure.

Vineyard
The Malbec vineyard is planted on our Groenkloof farm on the slopes of Stellenbosch Mountain and is the highest vineyard on Dornier. The soil consists of decomposed granite. The yield of this vineyard is kept low naturally because Malbec seems to be a favourite of the resident troop of baboons.

Winemaking
This wine was fermented in open stainless-steel tanks with regular pump-overs. After alcoholic fermentation, it underwent malolactic fermentation and was aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, with 30% being new and the remainder in second-fill and older barrels.

Food pairing
This wine pairs well with barbecued meats like beef or lamb. It also matches with more exotic flavours like Thai roast duck and Cajun chicken. A classic complement to vegetarian or meat empanadas.

Analysis: Alcohol: 14%; Residual Sugar: 3.7 g/L; VA: 0.6 g/L; TA: 6 g/L; pH: 3.47

Additional information

This wine pairs well with barbecued meats. A classic complement to vegetarian or meat empanadas.