MORGENSTER 2005
Morgenster�s pursuit of excellence in the flagship blend, continues
unabated with 2005 being the 5th release of the Morgenster. The focus on
any particular vintage begins straight after the previous harvest, right
through the dormant winter period to ensure the evolution of the vineyard
itself is managed as precisely as we manage the evolution of the bottled
wine. Over a period of 11 harvests each vineyard has presented its own
pedigree to deliver the concentration and intensity required for wines of
such eminence. The spotlight on quality determines not only the complexity
of the particular vintage, but its ability to evolve over a number of
years. In a quest to show his wines as they approach their prime, Giulio
Bertrand releases only a portion on the date of launch; the balance is
kept in pristine condition, evaluated at six month intervals and released
in batches that showcase its progression. This provides Morgenster with an
unusual offering to both private consumers and trade; the ability to
provide several vintages of the same label � all direct from the original
cellar.
VINEYARD
REGION |
Stellenbosch
Helderberg ward |
VINTAGE
CONDITIONS |
One of those strange vintages; short early and
particularly challenging but despite the taxing nature of the harvest
it produced exceptional quality |
GRAPE
VARIETIES |
Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon |
| MATURATION |
100% barrel maturation in 300? oak from French
Coopers, for 15 months. 75% new and 25% 2nd fill |
WINE
ANALYSIS |
| Alc / Vol: |
14.5% |
| Acidity: |
5.65g/l |
| pH: |
3.6 |
| Residual sugar: |
2.5g/l |
| Extract: |
31.0g/l |
|
FOOD
MATCHES |
Morgenster 2005 seeks a combination with game
and red meats whether roast, grilled or braised; think pot roasts with
creamy brown sauces! Mmmmm! |
Winemaker comments by
Marius Lategan |
| COLOUR |
Deep, concentrated burgundy red; reminiscent of
heavy velvet drapes |
| NOSE |
The first impression is clearly a lovely rich dark
chocolate with attractive spicy support. There are nuances of black
cherries, black berries and ripe plums |
| PALATE |
Slightly candy coated tannins that create the impression of
the interaction between fruit, acid and tannin. The black cherries
on the nose come through to the palate as cherry kernels; marzipan
and stone fruit. The finish is impressively long. |
Awards
|
| Platter Guide 2009: |
5 stars |
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