OLDENBURG Cooler than CL Red Blend 2021/22 Bottle (Merlot/Cabernet)
Red Still Wine | South Africa | Stellenbosch | 75cl
WAS £14.95
£10.95 / £65.70 case
ABV: 14%
Size: 75cl
Closure Type: Screwcap
Country: South Africa
Region: Stellenbosch
Wine Style: Medium Bodied
Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Description
This youthful red displays a deep purple hue, with vibrant aromas of ripe raspberries, blueberries, and hints of aniseed. On the palate, it offers a bouquet of brambles, violets, and blackberries, complemented by subtle vanilla and olive tapenade notes. Firm yet approachable, vibrant, balanced, and full of character. 14%abv
STYLE - Vibrant, ripe, firm, approachable
FOOD PAIRINGS - Grilled meats, hearty stews, mature cheeses, beef fillet
GRAPE VARIETIES - 54% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Cabernet Franc
WINEMAKING / LIFESTYLE - Sustainable & Minimal-Intervention - Vegan & Vegetarian
AWARD / SCORES - Wine Safari/Greg Sherwood MW - 94pts
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"At Oldenburg Vineyards we believe that great wines can only come from the best quality grapes. Our intervention in the vineyards is minimal to reflect the full potential of our mountain terroir. The Oldenburg Vineyards Series is a true expression of terroir through our range of single cultivar wines. The confluence of the 8 Natural Elements that determine our unique terroir is explored through these wines and their real sense of place. The 8 elements are depicted on the intricate Oldenburg Vineyards Series label design. Wines made in an uncompromising manner intending to showcase the finest characteristics of each cultivar.