Pretorius
Daily Choice Range · Dolfi Wineries
The concrete expression of the land where it was born, perfect synthesis of instinct and passion.
Prices & Availability
| Vintage | Price (SGD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | S$238.00 | Sufficient |
Prices in SGD, duty paid, including Singapore taxes and local delivery.
Tasting Notes
Deep red garnet colour, very typical “Super Tuscan” style, rich in taste, full of ripe cherries, blackberries and sweet spices, full-bodied and smooth, with long tannins, very light, delicate and seductive. The finish is tangy with a hint of sweet spice.
by Sarah Abbott, Master of Wine
Blend
Wine produced with Cabernet and Merlot.
Colour
Deep ruby red, tending to garnet.
Fragrance
Spicy, with hints of berries.
Flavour
Soft, with velvety tannins; enhances flavours and spices, very persistent and consistent.
Serving temperature
18–20°C.
Wine Specs and Characteristics
| Grape variety | Cabernet | Merlot |
|---|---|
| Annual output | 7,500–8,500 bottles |
| Appellation | Toscana IGT Dry Red · Supertuscan |
| Production area | Hills of the Tuscan coast |
| Elevation | 30 m asl |
| Soil | Medium-textured, rocky, with body |
| Training | Spurred cordon |
| Vineyard layout | Traditional 2.60 × 0.90 m |
| Average vine age | 20 years |
| Harvest | Hand harvested in September |
| Vinification | 15–20 days of fermentation, racking and gentle pressing |
| Fermentation | Natural temperature in tank, 25–30°C with natural yeasts |
| Alcohol | 14–14.5% vol (depending on vintage) |
| Serving | Red meat, game and aged cheeses |
| Packaging | 6 bottles × 750 ml / box |
Achievements & Awards
- Pretorius 2013 — Gold Medal, San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge 2018
- Pretorius 2015 — Gold Medal, Sommelier Challenge 2018