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Satrapezo Icewine Cabernet
Wine-growing region: |
KAKHETI viticulture region |
Climate type: |
Moderate continental |
Wine classification: |
Estates limited release |
Varietal composition: |
Cabernet Sauvignon 100% |
Grape source: |
Cabernet Sauvignon block of Kondoli vineyards |
Grape yield: |
7-8 ton/hectare |
Wine type: |
Sweet red wine |
Alcohol: |
11% |
Cellaring: |
Now, but will benefit from few years of aging |
Total Production: |
4 000 - 0,375l bottle |
Packaging: |
3 bottle cartons |
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Vinification
The fully frozen grapes in Cabernet Sauvignon blocks of Kondoli vineyards have been picked in early December, when the outside temperature fell down to -9°C. At these temperatures the water portion of each grape separates from sugar, flavor and acid components. The water freezes and crystallizes leaving the other compounds as suspended liquid drops among the water crystals. The grapes were hand harvested early in the morning in small boxes, hand sorted in our winery, all the damaged grapes were removed and the remaining fruit was gently pressed in basket press. The fermentation was held for 2 months period in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16-18°C. Afterwards wine was kept cold at around 0°C for 6 months. Light filtration was complemented by bottling and 6 months bottle aging in our cellar before the release.
Tasting Notes
Color: |
Light pomegranate with bricky highlights |
Aromas: |
Intense aromas of honey, strawberry jam, poached quince and red grape juice |
Palate: |
The taste repeats the nose, adding mandarin comfiture and prune jam. The finish is lingering, showing well-balanced and inviting aftertaste |
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