Bosman Magnum Opus Pinot Noir

R350.00

The colour is clear and vibrant with an intense plum heart and a ruby rim. Minimal intervention might result in some colour sediment over time. A complex nose with a combination of dark plums and blueberries with luscious hints of fruitcake. The oak lends more tertiary flavours but the core remains fruity with the generosity we have come to rely on from the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde. A gentle opulence on the palate, lovely fine tannins and a generous finish. To be enjoyed 7 – 15 years after the year of vintage.

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Description

WINE OF ORIGIN: UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY

Winemaker’s Notes:

The term ‘Magnus Opus” describes a work of art, music or literature that is regarded as the most important or best work that an artist, composer or writer has produced. Only 9 barrels of this wine were made. 

High density bush vines from the Oudam vineyard, planted in 2009. The rootstock are both Dijon clones that bring structure and are known for premium expression. Autumn was average, winter was warmer, spring was drier but summer was ideal for harvesting. 90% of our intake was destemmed and crushed while the rest was whole berry fermented. An initial cold soak at 10°C for 2 days allowed for good colour and a soft tannin structure. Fermentation lasted for 2 weeks at a cool 24°C, then macerated on the skins for another week before a gentle pressing. 16 months of barrel maturation followed, of which a third was in new French oak barrels.

 

 

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