Gabriëlskloof `The Blend` Walker Bay 2020
Gabriëlskloof `The Blend` Walker Bay 2020
A 2020 Western Cape South African ‘Bordeaux’ blend.
ABV 14.5%. Contains sulfites.
Drink this at 16-17°C and between now and 2025
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Gabriëlskloof winery, in Bot River, benefits from cool southerly winds from the Atlantic creating an ideal climate for low-yielding vineyards. The Cabernet Franc vines grow in a mix of Bokkeveld Shale and Table Mountain Sandstone, resulting in perfumed and spicy aromas. Despite reduced yields due to preceding droughts, winter rainfall started replenishing soil water reserves in 2020. A slow ripening process in dry summer conditions produced small, concentrated berries. Hand picked grapes were de-stemmed and fermented with native yeast. The wine then aged for 18 months in old French barriques, showcasing optimal fruit quality.
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Under the stewardship of winemaker Nina Muller, Gabriëlskloof continues its legacy of producing exceptional wines. The Bordeaux blend, curated by Nina, is a great example of the estate's commitment to quality winemaking and sustainability.
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The full body and rich flavours stand up well to red meats, game and herby or mushroom based vegetarian dishes.
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South Africa’s wine industry has burgeoned since the end of apartheid and skilled winemakers excel with blends. Quality-driven red Bordeaux blends have proven to be among the nation’s best, with characteristic New World fruit and concentration balanced by Old World complexity.
The Western Cape is a visual feast with its red-hued mountains, sprawling vineyards, and coastal areas meeting two oceans, all framed by rugged cliffs. Ancient soils, a sunny Mediterranean climate, and breezy winds make it a top wine spot. Chenin Blanc reigns supreme in the Cape, but the Bordeaux and Rhone style blends, and the quirky “Cape Blend” are racking up impressive scores.
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