Description
The Wine:
An easy drinking red wine, this Cabernet Sauvignon has soft tannins and a smooth finish with rich notes of dark chocolate and cedar spice… the perfect companion to cosy winter evenings.
Bright blackberry, dark fruit and blackcurrant mingle on the nose, supported by cedar spice. The palate is vibrant, exuding a smooth richness thanks to the dense tannins. It’s full-bodied yet ends with a wonderfully refreshing finish.
Recommended by James Davis, Master of Wine – one of the most accomplished professionals in the wine business who described this wine as “delicious”, with “fresh blackcurrant fruit flavours with a hint of spice. Amazing value”.
The Grower:
Located in the verdant valleys of South Africa’s Western Cape region, Spier Winery is a majestic and timeless winemaking estate. Founded in 1692, it holds the honoured distinction of being one of the oldest wineries in the country, with an enviable heritage steeped in tradition, yet, paired seamlessly with a contemporary push for sustainability and eco-consciousness.
“Our wine supply chain is verified by global ethical certifications WIETA and Amfori BSCI. As an EnviroWines® accredited producer, we meet international wine standards while tracking our carbon footprint. Our winery operates as vegan-friendly and holds both organic and FSSC 22000 certification”
With a winemaking legacy dating back to 1692, Spier Wine Farm is committed to responsible farming practices, with a primary focus on the regeneration of soil fertility, achieved through the use of high-density grazing and organic compost amongst others. Using home-sourced vegetables and meats at their restaurants enhances self-sufficiency and reduces carbon emissions.
Long recognised for its sustainable approach to business, Spier invests in Growing For Good, initiatives that empower communities and unleash positive social and environmental change. Among these are the winery’s involvement with a youth development programme, the Pinotage Youth Development Academy, which seeks to educate and employ disadvantaged youth, providing practical work experience. With the Wildlands Conservation Trust, they launched Tree-preneurs in 2009. Encouraging environmental consciousness, this project teaches residents of some of the Western Cape’s most impoverished communities to care for indigenous plants which, once nurtured, can be exchanged for vouchers for food, clothing, agricultural goods, tools, bicycles and educational support.
Spier Wine Farm is also renowned for its significant contribution to the South African arts economy, supporting the arts community through projects that honour their African heritage and enriches its future. The Spier Art Collection is one of the largest contemporary art collections in the country, and is displayed throughout the farm.
Food Pairing:
Enjoy with roast beef or lamb with root vegetables or a black pepper and coriander-encrusted mushroom burger with savoury sweet potato fries.
Additional Information:
Vegan Friendly
Additional information
| ABV | 14% |
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| Size | 750ml |
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