Characteristics:
Intense dark colour, complex nose with blue and black berries and cedar aromas typical from Jonkershoek, known for its balance of elegance and power. The palate is nervous and fresh followed by fine, smooth tannins. Spent 18 months in 100% new French oak. This is a wine built to last and early drinking would benefit with decanting.
Food pairing:
Enjoy with baked or grilled red meat or ground game, with spicy sauces.
About the winery:
Neil Ellis is rightly called the mentor of South African wines. Together with his son Warren he is responsible for an impressive portfolio of wines synonymous to quality, elegance and value for money. Their Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon rank among the top of the world and they have built an outstanding range of terroir specific cuvées.
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