De Toren Fusion V 2017

The exquisitely expressive De Toren Fusion V 2017 unveils intense aromas of juicy red cherries and ripe blueberries. It further compels with supporting nuances of perfume, creamy notes of cassis and an understated, underlining chalky minerality. The wine is beautifully textured, with detailed fruit flavours of creamy blackberries. Dense, yet vibrant the wine lingers with soft, fine grain tannins inviting one’s senses for the next sip. The preceding vintage of this ‘Left-Bank’ Bordeaux-style blend, have been rated a stellar 94 Points by the esteemed 2019 Platter’s Wine Guide. With finely integrated oak flavours, this Platinum awarded wine, as granted by the South African Wine Index, has an exquisitely stylish departure. Enjoyment of this vintage will be multiplied with a few years of ageing in your cellar.

DECANTING: To release all the flavours please decant at least one hour before consumption. It is recommended to serve this wine at optimal temperature (15-18 degrees Celsius).

VARIETIES: Cabernet Sauvignon 52% Malbec 15% Cabernet Franc 12% Merlot 16% Petit Verdot 5% ANALYSIS: Alcohol 14.79%/vol Sugar 2.4g/l Acidity 5.4g/l pH 3.49

MATURATION IN BARRELS: Aged in a climatized barrel room (16 degrees Celsius at 80% humidity) for 12 months in 50% new and 50% second fill, 225 Liter Oak barrels. Ninety percent French Oak and Malbec had the benefit of American Oak.

AGEING POTENTIAL: If stored in optimal conditions, this wine should last up to 20 years plus.

FOOD PAIRING: With nuanced and complexed flavours, our renowned De Toren Fusion V wine pairs exceptionally well with perfectly tender grilled or roast lamb, with garlic, rosemary, and a hint of honey lemon.