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herding cats

2009 Western Cape 80% Merlot / 20% Pinotage

Herding Cats herding cats is a captivating red wine from the renowned Western Cape region, crafted from a harmonious blend of eighty percent Merlot and twenty percent Pinotage. This vintage from 2009 exhibits a medium-bodied profile, showcasing a delightful balance between ripe fruit and subtle tannins. The wine's acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the overall experience and inviting a mouthwatering finish. With pronounced fruit intensity, it presents an array of flavors, including luscious dark berries and plums, all while maintaining a lovely dry character. Overall, Herding Cats herding cats encapsulates the essence of its terroir, making it an enchanting choice for any wine lover.

Tasting notes:


Chocolate

Chocolate

Plum

Plum

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Region:


Western Cape

The majority of South Africa's best wines are produced in the southwest coastal zones around Cape Town, known collectively as the Western Cape. Sandwiched between the country's majestic mountains and its cooling ocean coasts (the Atlantic to the west of the Cape of Good Hope, the Indian Ocean to its east), the Western Cape offers a wealth of winemaking riches. Regions here include the Breede River Valley, Cape South Coast, Coastal Region, Klein Karoo and Olifants River.

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