Bouchard Finlayson Hannibal 2020
Reserved, yet boasting fine intensity and exciting length, hints at rewarding potential lying in wait.
Aromatic
£31.75
| Producer | Bouchard Finlayson |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Body / Style | Aromatic |
| Grape Blend | 41% Sangiovese, 26% Nebbiolo, 10% Barbera, 9% Shiraz, 8% Pinot Noir, 6% Mourvedre |
| Bottle Size (ml) | 750 |
| % Abv | 14 |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Special Features | Vegan |
| Extra Info | Eccentric meaty blend |
| Food Pairing Guide | Hannibal is a hugely versatile match for a range of dishes, but it works especially well with Indian and other spicy cuisine. Pair it with a Cape Vegetable Biryani, Mauritian seafood Vindaye or simply goats milk cheese served on brioche toast. |
Bouchard Finlayson Hannibal has dried violet, iron oxide and earthy forest growth notes which accent a firm and well defined tannin. Focussed and meaty textures leave a lasting impression of effortless weight.
Originally prompted by the classic taste and palate of Italian varieties: Sangiovese and Nebbiolo. The importation of these grape varieties in '89 led to the development of this Hannibal label 12 years later. The name Hannibal was adopted as a symbolic expression of the synergy with the African elephant participating in linking the winelands of France and Italy together two thousand years ago under the invading command of the classic Carthaginian general.
Hand harvesting of naturally low- yielding, mature vineyards extend over six weeks. Following alcoholic fermentation in tank, individual components are barrelled down for a lengthy, secondary malo-lactic fermentation; with Sangiovese taking up to nine months to complete. The final blend was assembled after a year of small barrel maturation (17% new)
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