Hogan Divergent 2021 is produced from a blend of 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Cinsaut and 32% Carignan grape varietals. The Carignan was picked first towards the end of January from 17 year old, unirrigated bush vines from Wellington; the Cinsaut, from the Helderberg region, was then picked in mid-February from 45 year old, unirrigated bush vines; and lastly, the Cabernet Sauvignon was picked early-March from 20 year old trellised and irrigated vines at 295m altitude in the Stellenbosch region (Polkadraai). All components were crushed and destemmed (except for the Cinsaut which was 30% whole-bunch) and naturally fermented. After fermentation the different varietals were pressed and kept separate in 225-litre barrels. In June the barrels were first racked and the Divergent blend was made up in August after which the wine spent a further 3 months in barrel until bottling in December. Bottled at 13.5%. (Bottle size 750ml)

Nose: Extremely attractive aromatics of cranberry, strawberry, cassis, floral perfume and fresh herbs.

Palate: The palate possesses a dense core of fruit, zippy acidity and grippy yet not astringent tannins.

Finish: Very nicely envisioned – neither too light nor too heavy.

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