Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Cabernet Sauvignon50%
Merlot30%
Cabernet Franc10%
Malbec6%
Petit Verdot4%
Drinking Window 2021-2031+
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Decomposed granite
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Cask
Oak Aging 22 months
Oak Details 100% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak100%
Second Fill Oak100%
Oak Types French Oak
Serving Temperature 16-18°C · 61-64°F
Production Details 22 months in French oak — Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in 100% new French oak, remaining varieties in second-fill. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and 5,000L truncated open-top casks. 4-day cold soak pre-fermentation. Cabernet Sauvignon underwent 2-week post-fermentation maceration. South-facing slopes, 7km from the sea.
Tasting Notes
Nose: cassis, fruitcake, cinnamon spice, dark chocolate
Palate: dark berries, creamy texture, soft tannins, long finish
Food Pairing braised lamb shank, beef shin with mushrooms, venison, hearty stews, grilled steak, grilled portobello mushrooms
Critics Ratings John Platter: 4.5 stars 2025
John Platter4.5 stars 2025
Tim Atkin93 2025
John Platter4.5 stars 2024
WineMag Prescient Cape Bordeaux Blend94 Top 10 2023
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Sir Lowry's Pass Road, Somerset West 7130, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 200 2698
Email
Owner
Gabb family (Roger Gabb, Chairman; Rollo Gabb, MD)
Cellarmaster
Kaylin Willscott (Assistant Winemaker)