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Spier - Frans K Smit 2011 6x 75cl Bottles

Ruby red in colour in the rim with lots of dark berry fruit aromas, with traces of tobacco and ripe banana on the palate. Great integration of fruit, tannins and acidity. Full bodied with a lingering aftertaste with ripe tannins. Named after Spiers Cellar Master, Frans K Smit is the culmination of 13 years of patient, devoted observance of prime vineyard performance and quality. 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec, 6% Shiraz, 6% Merlot, 6% Pinotage.
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  • Supplier: TheDrinkShop
  • SKU: 14116-35007
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Ruby red in colour in the rim with lots of dark berry fruit aromas, with traces of tobacco & ripe banana on the palate. Great integration of fruit, tannins & acidity. Full bodied with a lingering aftertaste with ripe tannins. Named after Spiers Cellar Master, Frans K Smit is the culmination of 13 years of patient, devoted observance of prime vineyard performance & quality. 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec, 6% Shiraz, 6% Merlot, 6% Pinotage.

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Merlot - A red grape variety used for blended and varietal wines
Sauvignon - A grape variety
Palate - A term used to describe the roof of the mouth
Dark - A colour which absorbs visable ligt so apears less light than objects that reflect light
Red - One of the three primary colours
Colour - The categorised spectrum of light visable to humans
Quality - An object that has quality is superior in function and finish than a less quality object.
Ruby - A rare red coloured gemstone. A form of corundum they are red due to the presence of chromium in the crystal.
Banana - A fruit that is yellow and is peeled with a soft edible interior, long and curved in shape.
Performance - When someone is presenting a form of entertainment, also how well someone is doing within a role.

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