aenigma - from Neil Ellis Wines
Aenigma – 2014
Region: south-africa
aenigma - from Neil Ellis Wines
Grapes / Soils
54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Shiraz, 7% Merlot
The Wine
Vineyard Profile
A multi-vineyard blend.
Winemaker's Notes
- Attractive bright colour with good depth and intensity.
- Spicy aromas with a hint of earthy complexity.
- Well integrated oak with elegant palate.
- The palate is nicely textured with a complexity that holds interest.
Technical Information
- 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Shiraz, 7% Merlot
- Alcohol: 14%
- Residual Sugar: 2.5 g/l
- Total Acid: 5.6g/l
- pH: 3.60
Miscellaneous
- Fermentation initiated in stainless tanks and underwent a series of pump-overs until dry.
- Further maceration allowed before drawing off and light pressing.
- This wine spent 12 months in a combination of second, third and fourth fill French oak barrels.
General Info
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | (1) Costal Region (2) Cape South Coast |
| Appellation(s) | (1) Stellenbosch, Darling (2) Elgin |
| Proprietor | Neil Ellis & Hans Peter Schroder |
| Founded | 1993 |
| Winemaker | Warren Ellis |
| Annual Production | 50,000 9L cases |
| Farming (Sustainable, organic, biodynamic) | Sustainable |