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Eikendal Infused by Earth Cabernet Franc

€49.90*

Content: 0.75 litre (€66.53* / 1 litre)

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Product number: 1910101

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This exceptional Eikendal Infused by Earth Cabernet Franc comes from a particularly barren and stony section of the Classique vineyard, characterized by so-called "Koffieklip", deep clay and weathered granite. The vines grow there without artificial irrigation under natural stress conditions - the result: small, highly concentrated berries that produce a powerful yet elegant red wine.

The grapes are harvested selectively in three stages of ripeness - from pre-fruit-fresh to fruit-fresh to ripe - which gives the wine a fascinatingly complex spectrum of aromas. A small proportion of whole grapes provides additional freshness and mineral notes. After a particularly long maceration period and natural spontaneous fermentation, the wine is matured for 12 months in 500-liter French oak barrels, whereby untoasted barriques do not mask the fine varietal character.

In the glass, the Eikendal Cabernet Franc impresses with intense aromas of dark berries, herbs, fine spices and a hint of graphite. The well-integrated acidity, silky tannins and mineral undertone make it an extremely exciting and long-lasting red wine.

Serving tip: This wine develops particularly harmoniously at a serving temperature of 18-20 °C. It is the perfect culinary accompaniment to aromatic dishes such as lamb meatballs in tomato sauce, roast turkey with cranberry sauce or warm camembert with rosemary - a highlight for any autumn/winter menu.

Ageing potential: up to 20 years - ideal for collectors and lovers of characterful red wines.

Wine type:
Red wine
Taste:
dry
Vintage:
2018
Region:
Stellenbosch
Country:
South Africa
Vineyard/Brand :
Eikendal Vineyards
Grape variety:
Cabernet Franc
Alcohol content:
13,0  % by volume
Total acidity:
5,9 g/l
Residual sugar:
1,3 g/l
pH:
3,35
Recommended drinking temperature:
18-20 °C
Filling quantity:
0,75 litres
Allergen:
contains sulfites
GTIN/EAN:
606110216135
Importer:
Vineshop24 GmbH & Co. KG
Dieselstraße 4
26899 Rhede
Deutschland
Eikendal Vineyards

Das Weingut Eikendal liegt malerisch am Fuß der Helderberge in der renommierten Weinregion Stellenbosch, Südafrika. Seit seiner Gründung im Jahr 1981 steht Eikendal für elegante, terroirbetonte Weine mit europäischem Stil und südafrikanischer Seele. Das mediterrane Klima, die kühlen Meeresbrisen vom Atlantik sowie die mineralreichen Granitböden bieten ideale Voraussetzungen für ausdrucksstarke Rebsorten wie Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay und Sauvignon Blanc.

Mit nachhaltigem Weinbau, modernster Kellertechnik und handwerklicher Präzision entstehen hier Weine mit Tiefgang, Balance und Lagerpotenzial. Besonders die Eikendal „Classics“-Linie genießt internationale Anerkennung und spiegelt das hohe Qualitätsniveau des Hauses wider.

Besucher erwartet auf Eikendal ein authentisches Weinerlebnis – vom stilvollen Tasting Room über Weinwanderungen bis zum hauseigenen Restaurant mit Blick auf die Weinberge. Eikendal verbindet Tradition und Innovation und gehört zu den Aushängeschildern südafrikanischer Spitzenweingüter.

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