The Chronicle began as an Estate Blend in 2002 and evolved into what it is today, utilising a component from each of the 17 red vineyards over the estate's 55 hectares. The soils, aspects and terroir vary between all the blocks, producing a blend that gives the best overview of each vintage for the estate. 2020 was a good year all round with yields up on 2019. Spring through to mid-summer was warm and dry, with ripeness across the board being achieved easily. Winter rains arrived early which hurried the harvesting of the Cabernet Sauvignon slightly. The 2020 Chronicle is Merlot driven (45%) with the balance made up of Syrah, Pinotage and Cabernet Sauvignon. All blocks are harvested and vinified separately, followed by spontaneous fermentation. The Syrah component undergoes carbonic maceration and maturation in cement tanks with each of the other components being matured in barrel for one year before blending and maturation for another year in in the same barrels. 24 months maturation in total. Unfined and unfiltered. Residual sugar: 5.6g/l. Bottled at 14.5%. (Bottle size 750ml)

Nose: Violets, blackberries, red cherries, ripe plum, vanilla and cedar.

Palate: Burst of fresh red fruit on entry. Lively acid and plush tannins.

Finish: A gentle savoury finish.

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