CATHERINE MARSHALL 'Peters Vision' (Cabernet Franc/Merlot) - 2024 Bottle VGN

Description

Catherine Marshall is a standout name in South African winemaking, particularly within the cool climate region of Elgin. The 2024 Peter's Vision is a thoughtful blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot that holds a deeply personal story. This wine was named in memory of Peter Oxenham, Catherine's late partner, whose vision and support were instrumental in the early days of establishing the estate. It serves as a tribute to his belief in the potential of these cool climate vineyards.

Catherine focuses on a hands on approach to let the quality of the fruit speak for itself with minimal intervention. The grapes are sourced from specific vineyard parcels that benefit from cooling ocean breezes, which help to preserve natural freshness and vibrant aromatics. On the nose, the wine is wonderfully fragrant, offering notes of wild berries and ripe plum along with a subtle hint of graphite and dried herbs.

The Merlot brings a lovely softness and fleshiness to the mid palate, while the Cabernet Franc provides a firm and elegant structure. It is medium bodied and beautifully balanced, with fine tannins that provide a silky mouthfeel. A fresh streak of acidity keeps the wine feeling energetic and focused, leading into a long and polished finish. Petit Verdot acts like a seasoning that provides colour, structure, and a peppery floral edge, ensuring the wine has a long and powerful finish. This is a brilliant red that shows a beautiful harmony between the three varieties and is an excellent choice for those who appreciate finesse and character.

RECOMMENDED FOOD PAIRING:
French Onion soup, Oxtail, Venison, Moroccan tagines, Classic Italian pasta, Lebanese Lamb, Ostrich, or Japanese Miso.