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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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