Van Biljon Cinq Bordeaux Blend 2018
Van Biljon is a small boutique farm situated in the Polkadraai region of Stellenbosch. Producing one wine – the Van Biljon Cinq.
Vineyards
The region is known for their deep, fertile and well drained decomposed granitic soils and moderating sea breezes off False Bay lying to the South. The farm has been planted with all five classic Bordeaux varieties – Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Meticulous viticultural practices yield fruit with intense colour, concentrated fruit flavours and firm tannins.
Winemaking and Maturation
The focus is on producing premium quality grapes which are nurtured in the winery on the farm using traditional winemaking techniques combined with modem technology to produce classic and powerful wines. The wine is matured in carefully selected French oak barrels for 18 months, blended and bottled.
The focus is on producing premium quality grapes which are hand picked in small batches. The grapes are then fermented on the farm using traditional wine making techniques combined with modem technology and minimal mechanical intervention to produce classic and powerful wines. The wine is matured in carefully selected French oak barrels for 18 months, blended and bottled.
Tasting Notes
This wine makes a bold statement with its powerful structure and expressive fruit composition. The classic oak character is seamlessly integrated with the fruit and the fresh berry acid gives the wine vibrance and purity of fruit. The firm, polished tannins are in perfect harmony with the wine leaving a lingering fruit sensation and satisfaction.
Technical Details
The 2018 Van Biljon Cinq is a blend of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cab Franc, 16% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot and 9% Malbec.
Residual Sugar: 2.3 g/1
pH: 3.6
Total Acidity: 5.8 g/1
Alcohol: 14.5%
Platters 5 star award
