JACOB’S QUEST “RITE OF PASSAGE” CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2009
Background:

Jacob Peu’s quest to introduce his appreciation of wine into the mainstream market is a story of perseverance in turning a dream into reality. Only his entrepreneurial spirit and determination enabled him to successfully launch an unknown wine in such a difficult market. This short history of Jacob’s Quest Wines is truly a South African success story in the making.

Vineyard location:

Grown at the foot of the Great Winterhoek Mountains, around the town of Porterville in the Swartland Region.

The winemaking:

The grapes were harvested at between 24.5º and 26º Balling. Two vineyard blocks were cold soaked separately for two days. Each batch was fermented with a different yeast at 22°C (cool
ferment) for seven days to retain fruit flavours. After malolactic fermentation the wine was blended and aged in 3rd and 4th fill French Oak barrels for a period of 9 months.

Winemaker’s comments:

Winemaker : Dico du Toit
Wine of Origin: Swartland
Grape Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour: Dark ruby red
Bouquet: Dark red fruit, chocolate and berry flavours.
Taste: Complex with well balanced tannins and a lingering finish.

Food pairing:

Jacob Peu recommends this wine for relaxed moments, soul food and gatherings with friends.

Chemical analys is :

Alcohol: 14.5%
Residual sugar: 4.1g/l
Total acidity: 5.7g/l
pH: 3.41
Total extract: 31.7g/l