Holden Manz Wines
Holden Manz Big G 2021
2021 harvest was approx. 2 weeks later than normal due to cooler weather throughout the season, which persisted through harvest time and expressed itself with vines of higher acidity. The season produced strong vine growth, good bunch and berry sizes. Moderate weather allowed for slower ripening and longer hang times for the bunches, which translated into deeper concentrated colour and flavour.
Cassis, blackberry, graphite, nuances of mulberry and plum backed with hints of cedar wood and pencil shavingsbe used for this wine. Selected blocks in the vineyard are allocated to be used in making the Big G.
All grapes fermented wild. Cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and merlot were harvested between 13 March 2021 and 6 April 2021 and cofermented in open top fermenters. Matured for 20 months in 30% new 225 litre French oak barrels. 15183 x 750ml bottles and 725 x 1500ml magnums. Bottled 13 December 2023.
Blend: 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc