Alcohol = 14.0%
Acid = 6.2g/L
pH = 3.41
Residual Sugar = 2.8g/L
Barrel Maturation = 100%
Barrel Ageing = 18 months
Malolactic Fermentation = 100%
Wooding = 100% 225L French Oak Barrels
New Wood = 45%
Yield = 21.6Hl/Ha
Production = 630 X 12 cases
Blend Components = Syrah 60%, Pinotage 30%, Merlot 10%

WINE STYLE
This wine, a “Cape” blend embodies what is Sumaridge, the location. Gracious, open and inviting. Diverse in flavour with complimentary expression of all components to present a well balanced whole, leaving a lasting impression with a desire to return. Character typically derived from the cool maritime conditions which affect the vineyards complimented by sound use of oak will ensure that this wine will age gracefully.