De Trafford - Elevation 393 - 2012 | South African Red Wine

Our flagship wine, a selection of the best barrels from our home vineyard at 393m above sea level. Instead of a plan of the winery on the label, we have an elevation drawing of our home in the middle of the vineyard.

Usually the core of the blend is Cabernet Sauvignon which is in the middle of the vineyard. Followed by Merlot, from the richer clay soil at the bottom of the vineyard & Syrah, at the highest and steepest section. Usually, but not always, we add a little Cabernet Franc which adds a little spice and fine herbaceous character.