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Wine
Since the arrival of the Huguenots in 1688, the Franschhoek valley has always been known as a haven of
tranquillity, exceptional beauty and fine food and wine. These are the essential qualities that are Le Manoir de
Brendel Estate, set in the heart of this magnificent valley of the Huguenots. For those in search of something
special, whether it is breathtaking beauty, a sense of calm or the special refinement of culture, Le Manoir de
Brendel Estate offers just that. Welcome to those in the search of the extraordinary. |
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Products
Le Manoir de Brendel planted the vinyards at a ratio of 80 percent red and 20 percent white varieties. The white cultivars are Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. The red are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage and Shiraz.
All grapes are harvested by hand in from selected low yielding vines. On sorting tables we remove all bunches which do not meet our quality standard. Le Manoir de Brendel stands for attention to detail according to centuries old tradtion of winemaking.
Our red wines underwent a first fermentation in the tank, followed by a second fermentation in barrels and are
finally matured on oak for 16 to 19 months. |
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Brendel Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Citrus and asparagus aromatics on the nose followed by hazelnut and dried peach on the middle palate ending with a crisp, dry and refreshing aftertaste. Alc. 13.1%
Brendel Sauvignon Blanc 2008
Suttle flavours of asparagus and nectarines on the nose that follow through on the palate. A balanced mouth filling, crisp and refreshing finish completes this wine. Alc. 12,5 % |
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Brendel Shiraz 2004 (also available in Magnum bottles)
This dense ruby wine exhibits a nose of dark chocolate, leathery, spicy and caramel. The palate is full and rich with well structured fruit and acid balance. Alc.13.8%
Awards
Shiraz 2004 - Bronze Medal - Veritas Wine Awards.
Brendel Shiraz 2005 (also available in Magnum bottles)
Smoked fruit and spicy nose. Savoury blackcurrants and lingering aftertaste
of mild pepper and blueberries. Alc 14.5%
Awards
Shiraz 2005 - Silver Medal - Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show
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Brendel Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
Concentrated flavours of plums and blackcurrants, complemented by aroma
of cigar box and caramel. Alc. 14.5%.
Awards
Silver Medal - Swiss Airlines Wine Awards
Bronze Medal - Veritas Wine Awards
Brendel Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Medium bodied wine Cacao and berry fruit dominant nose. Berry fruit
and cacao follows through to the pallet. Creamy soft tannins fills mid pallet
on to sweet berry fruit finish. Alc. 13.08%
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Brendel Merlot 2005 (also available in Magnum bottles)
Dark purple in colour, this wine has aroma of earth and forest floors. On the palate it carries delicate flavours in an elegant structure. Alc. 14.1% |
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Brendel Pinotage 2007
Typical pinotage nose, stewed fruits and a little bit of vanilla. Light bodied wine with soft tannins and fresh acidity. Meaty flavours follows thru to plums. Alc. 13,8% Attached jpg of Pinotage label. Use the front one please. |
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