Ken Forrester - 'The Barrel' Mourvedre 2017 Magnum

Ken Forrester - 'The Barrel' Mourvedre 2017 Magnum

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"Rich, dark, violet-tinged fruit. Blackberry/blackcurrant and bramble; dark berries on the palate, blueberry. Good fresness. Verging on black olives but not quite. Clove/American oak notes coming in on the finish. Spice. Tannins here well-managed."

 

--------THE PRODUCER--------

Ken Forrester

Ken Forrester are without a doubt one of the most well known wineries in South Africa - known for their top quality wines made from Chenin Blanc and Grenache. Over the years the top-quality wines of Ken Forrester have gained national and international acclaim with hundreds of wine critics rating them as one of the leading wine estates in the world. The wines are all organic and sustainable.

 

--------THE GRAPE--------

Mouvèdre/Monastrell

Mouvèdre is the third grape in the famous Rhone Red Blend; GSM, that is so often replicated across the globe - most notably in Australia (where it is also known as Mataro). Whilst it is usually seen as a blend with Grenache and Syrah in France, it is made as a stunning single varietal wine in Bandol in the south of France as well as a rosé wine. It goes by the name of Monastrell in Spain where it produces rich red wines in the regions of Yecla and Jumilla. 

 

--------THE REGION--------

Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch is the leading quality region in South Africa. It is home to many of the most famous estates and many of the top wines. Generally speaking it is a red wine hub with Pinotage, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon at the helm, though recently more white wines are taking over.