Post House Blueish Black 750ml

A full-bodied, rich wine, with supple soft tannins, and aromas of mulberries, red currant, strawberries and a hint of pepper and spice.

Dark, blueish-black wine with good colour. A full-bodied rich wine, with supple soft tannins for easy drinking. Enjoy now or keep for up to 4-5 years. The name Blueish Black refers to a term used in stamp collecting and how a stamp is described in a stamp catalogue. It refers to the description of a stamp in terms of its colour tint variation. A stamp which should have been mostly black, but has blue undertones, would be described as blueish-black. The name also refers to the colour of the wine which has a dark blue tinge. Alcohol: 14.6 %.

Post House Cellars derives its name from the small post office which used to serve the local missionary community of Raithby, and which is now the winery office and residence. The farm was bought by the Gebers family in 1981 in the picturesque area between the towns of Somerset West and Stellenbosch, and is situated at the foothills of the Helderberg Mountain. On a clear day Cape Point and False Bay are visible from the winery. This area is one of the preeminent wine regions in South Africa. Situated 7km from the False Bay coast a breach in the coastal ridge channels the south and south west winds towards the vineyards. These are generally cool breezes; they help moderate summer temperatures. The property covers a total of 71 hectares of which 45 hectares falls under vineyard. As of 2004 the vineyard comprises of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Petit Verdot, Pinotage, Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc.

The grapes were fermented separately, using selected and natural yeasts from the vineyard. Open tank fermenters are used with the skins pushed down 4-8 times during peak fermentation. Malolactic fermentation took place in tanks where the wine had minimal handling. The wines were racked 3 times over a 13-month period. Sulphur levels were kept to a minimum. 25% barrel-aged for 13 months in 225-litre French and European barrels.

Tasting Note

Aromas of muilberry, redcueent and strawberry are accompanied by hints of pepper and spice. Full bodeid and rich o the palate with supple tannins.