Grangehurst Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot 2008 Monks vanilla and blackcurrant

vanilla and blackcurrant

pomegranate and watermelon

dark chocolate and a hint of mint

It also comprises a small proportion of sherry cask influenced whisky

Palate: The palate displays a unique integration of vanilla pods and dark chocolate

Grangehurst Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot 2008 Monks vanilla and blackcurrantGrangehurst Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2008 is produced from a blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Merlot. Grapes were selected from prime vineyard areas in Stellenbosch on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain and the Simonsberg. After destalking and crushing the grapes, the mash was fermented in open tanks for between 8 and 14 days on the skins. The cap of skins was punched down and mixed with the juice 4 to 6 times per day to ensure optimal