DE MEYE

“Stellenbosch is known for its ability to grow great Cabernets. De Meye Cabernet is a well rounded wine with a good balance of alchohol and tannins that leaves a lingering fruity and spicy feel in your mouth, without the heavy tannins sometimes associated with Cabernet Sauvignon. Wow – did I just string that all into one sentence?” - Mathew

Winemaker Marcus Milners Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich, complex nose of toast, spice, black cherry and freshly roasted coffee.

Palate: Packed with loads of ripe dark fruit, coffee, liquorices and a lingering finish of toast.  Fruit and tannins are in perfect balance.

Climate: Mediterranean–rainfall ± 650mm per annum. The vineyard faces southeast and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.

Soil; Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.

Vinification/Maturation: Grapes were hand picked from 15 to 20 year old vines, with a yield of approximately 6 tons per hectare and at a sugar level of  25 ºB and was then fermented in stainless steel tanks.    Barrel maturation took place in new as well as 2^nd fill small French oak barrels for 18 months.

Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 14 vol%; pH – 3.6; Acidity – 5.6 g/l; Res. sugar – 2.0 g/l

“Ok so this must be my favourite all day drinking wine. Phil and I have spent so many hours at our local side walk café drinking bottle after bottle. Your palatte just doesn’t tire of it. Its well balanced acids and fruity taste leave you feeling refreshed. It feels like the coca cola of white wine.

Chenin Blanc also known as Pineau de la Loire is the most widely planted cultivar in South Africa. In the 1960’s a brand called Lieberstein (a semi sweet version of Chenin blanc) enjoyed notoriety as the single biggest selling brand in the world.” – Mathew

Winemaker Marcus Milners Tasting Notes

Aroma: Tropical fruit aromas of peach, winter melon.  Flinty mineral hints, backed by an undertone of green pepper.

Palate : An elegant wine, with the nose following well onto the palate.  Showcasing green apple, winter melon, pineapple, green pepper and minerals.  Well-balanced acidity and long clean finish completes this wine.

Vinification/Maturation: Grapes were hand picked and pressed at a sugar level of 23ºB.  Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks.

Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 12.5 vol%; pH – 3.6; Acidity – 6 g/l Res. sugar – 1.1 g/l

“This is the first time that De Meye has released a Merlot. It is a really difficult cultivar to grow and produce a good wine from. I know because I have been trying for years to master it. So congratulations to Phil and Marcus. This is a really good effort for  a first release and I am looking forward to good things to come.” - Mathew

Winemaker Marcus Milners Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich, complex nose of violets, toast, plums and hints of white chocolate.

Palate: Packed with loads of roasted coffee, plums and dark berry fruit. Fruit and tannins are in perfect balance.

Climate: Mediterranean–rainfall ± 650mm per annum. Vineyards are situated on De Meye in the western part of the Muldersvlei region, north of Stellenbosch. The vineyard faces southeast and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.

Soil: Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.

Vinification/Maturation: Grapes were hand-picked from young vines, with a yield of approximately 7 tons per hectare, at a sugar level of 24 ºB and then fermented in stainless steel tanks. Barrel maturation took place in new as well as 2^nd fill small French oak barrels for 15 months.

Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 13.5 vol%; pH – 3.7; Acidity – 5.5 g/l; Res. sugar – 1.8 g/l

”So far the most popular red under the De meye Label on MATS VINEYARD. This full bodied wine is a real steal at the price. Try it with a biiiiiiig juicy steak and think of me while you drink it. Ill be jealeous of both.“ - Mathew

Winemaker Marcus Milners Tasting Notes

Aroma: Clean and seductively smokey, with liquorices, eucalyptus, cloves and black currant jam.

Palate: Be on the lookout for a mouthwatering savouriness, with loads of black cherry, minerals, cedar and pencil shavings.  Balanced oaking gives a rounded tannin structure and a lengthy, toasty finish.

Climate: Mediterranean–rainfall ± 650mm per annum. The vineyard faces south-east and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.

Soil: Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.

Vinification/Maturation: Grapes were hand picked from 40% old clone and 60% from new clone vineyards, with a yield of approximately 6 tons per hectare and at a sugar level of 25 ºB and was then fermented in stainless steel tanks.    Barrel maturation took place in new as well as 2^nd fill barrels for 16 months.  90% of barrels are French oak with 10% American oak.

Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 14 vol%; pH – 3.7; Acidity – 5.4 g/l; Res. sugar – 1.7 g/l

“Since its arrival in Copenhagen this little wine has caused quite a stir. Dry, crisp and fruity it is very different to what you expect. Pleasantly so. The colour is so nice – not your average pale pink Rose. I cant wait for summer for the true potential to be seen. Long lazy afternoons. A glass of pink and good friends. Drink it cold. It is honestly one of the best Rose’s I have ever tasted. I have had so many compliments from Danish guys and once you’ve tasted it you will know why.” - Mathew

Winemaker Marcus Milners tasting notes

Aroma: Seductive aromas of raspberries, watermelon, strawberry and toffee apples, with hints of white pepper.

Palate: Crisp and dry palate, characterised by watermelon, red apple, cranberry and subtle spice. Long, clean finish.

Climate: Mediterranean–rainfall ± 650mm per annum.  Vineyards are situated on De Meye in the western part of the Muldersvlei region, north of Stellenbosch.  The vineyard faces south-east and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.

Soil: Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.

Vinification/Maturation: Grapes were hand picked from vines with a yield of approximately 8 tons per hectare and at a sugar level of 25ºB. Whole-bunch pressed, with a 2 hour skin contact.  Fermented in stainless steel tanks.

Chemical Analysi: Alcohol -12.5 vol%; pH – 3.6; Acidit – 6 g/l; Res. sugar – 1.1 g/l

“A big trend in South Africa is the Blend. Our climate is sometimes a bit harsh so we have learned that blending a few cultivars brings out the best in them. Trutina is De Meye’s flagship wine and quite close to Philips heart. I learned how precious it is after many years begging for a few bottles for my birthday and never receiving any. At The 2009 Michael Angelo awards the 2001 Trutino won the Golden Oldie award – an award for the wine that aged the best. This speaks of class and character. We are very privelaged  to be able to offer this wine at such good value. Thank you Phil – eventually I get to drink as much as I like.”  - Mathew

Winemaker Marcus Milners Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich, complex nose of violets, toast, plums and hints of white chocolate.

Palate: Packed with loads of roasted coffee, plums and dark berry fruit. Fruit and tannins are in perfect balance.

Climate: Mediterranean–rainfall ± 650mm per annum. Vineyards are situated on De Meye in the western part of the Muldersvlei region, north of Stellenbosch. The vineyard faces southeast and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.

Soil: Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.

Vinification/Maturation: Grapes were hand-picked from young vines, with a yield of approximately 7 tons per hectare, at a sugar level of 24 ºB and then fermented in stainless steel tanks. Barrel maturation took place in new as well as 2^nd fill small French oak barrels for 15 months.

Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 13.5 vol%; pH – 3.7; Acidity – 5.5 g/l; Res. sugar – 1.8 g/l

“Lonnies favourite white. Coming unwooded this brings a new slant to Chardonnay. Light, crispy and fruity. Once again you can drink this wine all day.” - Mathew

Winemaker Marcus Milners Tasting Notes

Aroma: Tantalising aromas of pear, orange blossom, pink grapefruit and minerals characterise this wine. Clean and fresh with hints of dried peaches and apricots.

Palate: Again, clean palate with suggestions of apricot, creamy vanilla and lime.  Fruit and acidity are in perfect balance.

Climate:Mediterranean: rainfall ± 650mm per annum.  Vineyards are situated on De Meye in the western part of the Muldersvlei region, north of Stellenbosch.  The vineyard faces south-east and a cool westerly wind during the ripening period months ensures healthy balanced grapes.

Soil: Rich fertile soil, create ideal conditions for healthy, ripe grapes.

Vinification/Maturation: Grapes were hand picked from vines with a yield of approximately 7 tons per hectare and at a sugar level of 23ºB. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and then left on the lees for a few days to add structure to the palate.

Chemical Analysis: Alcohol – 12.5 vol%; pH – 3.6; Acidity – 5.7 g/l; Res. sugar – 1.4 g/l