Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon – 10th Edition Special Label 2016
India, Nashik Valley
Cabernet SauvignonDescription
Aromas of spices and blackberry are balanced with a hint of oak in this rich bodied wine. The full, round mouthfeel delivers an integrated, silky finish.
Awards
Silver London Wine Competition
Certifications
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard
Soil Type
Iron-rich soil, pretty light (less fertile) with porous subsoil which provides excellent drainage further facilitated with the gentle slopes.
Winemaker
Sanket Gawand
Viticulture
Iron-rich captive vineyard on slopes and close to a lake offering good natural stress. This is double cordon VSP which receives maximum exposure to the sun to ensure good phenolic ripening. Very light soil with well-drained soil structure imparting natural stress.
Vinification
Destemming followed by manual berry sorting. Fermented in SS tank followed by MLF in French Oak barrels. Further ageing for 24 months in 60% new French Oak followed by 18 months of bottle ageing.
Maturation
Malolactic fermentation was completed in French oak barrels