COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Taaibosch Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Taaibosch Crescendo 2019 is a red wine from Stellenbosch, South Africa, produced by Taaibosch Wines. It is a Bordeaux-style blend with a significant proportion of Cabernet Franc, aiming for a classic structure and elegance. The wine continues the legacy of a notable 1990s South African wine. Taaibosch Wines is a boutique estate owned by the French Oddo family, who prioritize sustainability and minimal intervention in their winemaking. The vineyards are located on the slopes of Mount Helderberg, benefiting from the region's mineral-rich soils and cooling maritime influence. The 2019 vintage presented challenges with uneven budding and ripening, necessitating careful vineyard management.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A modern tribute to the 1990s cult wine, Cordoba Crescendo.
Fact 02
Named 'Crescendo' to signify the estate's growing ambition and quality.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated around 300 meters above sea level.
Fact 04
Emphasizes custodianship and minimal intervention winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Taaibosch Crescendo 2019 is produced using a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Grapes are fermented in stainless steel and cement tanks, employing gentle extraction methods. Malolactic fermentation occurs, often in cement. The wine is aged for 13 months in 225-liter French oak barrels, with 30% new oak, followed by additional aging in large oak foudres and cement tanks. Some bottle aging prior to release is also part of the process. The viticulture emphasizes organic and biodynamic practices.
