Overview
Stellenbosch's finest terroir for red wines. Decomposed granite, cooling ocean breeze from False Bay, and altitude produce Cabernet and Shiraz of extraordinary elegance and structure.
In The Glass
- Colour
- Deep purple
- Nose
- Blackcurrant, Plum, Dark cherry, Fynbos and Cedar.
- Palate
- Cape's finest — fynbos-scented, structured mountain reds. Generally full-bodied, medium acidity, firm tannins, dry, with a long finish.
Tasting Profile
Body Full4/5
Tannins Firm4/5
Acidity Medium3/5
Sweetness Bone Dry1/5
Alcohol High4/5
Grapes
Cabernet SauvignonMerlotShirazChenin Blanc
Aromas And Notes
BlackcurrantPlumDark cherryMulberryFynbosCedarDark chocolateTobaccoLeatherEarthCoffee
Terroir
Mediterranean — hot dry summers, cool mountain breeze from False Bay.
Decomposed graniteSandy loamHutton
Food Pairings
BraaiVenisonLamb chopsAged Cheddar
Notable Producers
- Vergelegen, founded 1700 - Vergelegen V
- Rust en Vrede, founded 1694 - Rust en Vrede Estate