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Faithful Hound

2005 Stellenbosch Red Blend

The Mulderbosch Faithful Hound, a captivating red blend from the renowned Stellenbosch region, offers an enticing experience for wine lovers. With its deep, inviting red color, this vintage showcases a deft balance between richness and elegance. The body is full, delivering a robust mouthfeel that speaks to its careful craftsmanship. Bright acidity adds a refreshing lift, complementing the fruit intensity that is prominent, evoking luscious dark berries and hints of spice. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone while ensuring a smooth finish. This wine is beautifully dry, allowing the intricate flavors to shine without overwhelming sweetness, making it a perfect companion for hearty dishes or a quiet evening by the fire.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch is the heart and soul of South African wine, as important to the country's winemaking prestige as Napa is to the United States or Bordeaux to France. This beautiful region comprises seven sub-regions, all centered around the leafy university town of Stellenbosch. Winemaking here is influenced by the cooling sea breezes that sweep in off False Bay, and the crumbly, mineral-rich granite soils. While perhaps most famous for its beloved Pinotage, Stellenbosch also offers a diverse range of varietals, such as its impeccable Bordeaux blends, fragrant Syrah, crisp Chenin Blanc and outstanding Chardonnay.

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