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BEHIND THE WINE
De Toren Fusion V
The iconic Left Bank-based blend, De Toren Fusion V is meticulously crafted from Bordeaux’s ‘Noble Five’ varietals and, with its complex flavours of dark sour cherry, a spiciness of tobacco, and a hint of aniseed, it offers a stylish departure for sophisticated oenophilic tastes. This is a stunning expression of a superb vintage as well as terroir. Soft as spun silk, this is a wine that will only improve with age.
From: R1,581.00
From: R1,581.00
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DECANTING
For optimum enjoyment, decant at least one hour before consumption. It is recommended to serve this wine at optimal temperature (15 – 18 degrees Celcius).
ANALYSIS
Alcohol 14.5% vol
RS 3.0g/l
Acidity 5.6g/l
pH 3.61
FOOD PAIRING
With nuanced and complexed flavours, our renowned De Toren Fusion V wine pairs exceptionally well with perfectly tender grilled or roast lamb, with garlic, rosemary and a hint of honey lemon.
VARIETIES
Cabernet Sauvignon 53%
Malbec 13%
Cabernet Franc 12%
Merlot 17%
Petit Verdot 5%
AGEING POTENTIAL
If stored in optimal conditions, this wine should last up to 20 years plus.
MATURATION IN BARRELS
Aged in a climatized barrel room (16 degrees Celsius at 80% humidity) for 12 months in 225L French and American Oak. The Malbec had the benefit of American Oak.
BEHIND DE TOREN FUSION V
BEHIND DE TOREN FUSION V
Named for the ‘fusing’ together of Bordeaux’s five famous varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec), De Toren Fusion V celebrated its maiden vintage in 1999, at the same time marking the De Toren Private Cellar’s much anticipated first release.
Born of vineyards that are high in gravel content and benefit from prolonged exposure to the afternoon sun – conditions, in other words, that favour the cultivation of Cabernet Sauvignon – it is this intensely hued, robust flavoured varietal that, at 50 to 60%, forms the backbone of the formidable final blend.
Named for the ‘fusing’ together of Bordeaux’s five famous varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec), De Toren Fusion V celebrated its maiden vintage in 1999, at the same time marking the De Toren Private Cellar’s much anticipated first release.
Born of vineyards that are high in gravel content and benefit from prolonged exposure to the afternoon sun – conditions, in other words, that favour the cultivation of Cabernet Sauvignon – it is this intensely hued, robust flavoured varietal that, at 50 to 60%, forms the backbone of the formidable final blend.
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ACCOLADES
AWARDS
AWARDS
We are humbled by the international recognition De Toren Private Cellar wines have achieved over the past two decades and are inspired to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
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“Delicious Bordeaux blend from South Africa. Notes of chocolate, subtle smoke, dark berry, earthy. Great mouthfeel. Enjoyed with family and steak!”— PETER FLEMMING
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