Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend

0.75L | 14.5%

13 , 7 9

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Steenberg

Can only be ordered per case (6).

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14 dagen bedenktijd

Taste & Aging

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidity

Complexity

Complex & deep

Drinking Window

Aging phase Until 2025

Ready to drink 2025 - 2032

Past peak After 2032

Aromas

Dark fruit Blackcurrant Ripe plums Earthy notes Fresh basil Tomato pesto Pungent tobacco Fragrant cinnamon

Food Pairing

Beef Lamb Roast chicken

Vintage Report

The 2021 vintage in South Africa received an excellent rating of 94 points. The wines from this year are of high quality, but may currently still be somewhat youthful and tannic.

Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend has quickly captured the hearts of many vinologists, including our own. This South African winery, with its origins in the 17th century, has emerged over the years as a leading winery in the New World. Looking back at Steenberg's rich history, it's no wonder that the introduction of Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend caused a sensation among our experts.

The Story Behind Steenberg's Five Lives Red Blend

The story of Steenberg begins in 1682 with Catharina Ras, the founder of Steenberg Winery. Despite the challenges she faced in her life, her story is celebrated in the depths of the winery, divided into five captivating chapters. These chapters not only tell of her resilience and perseverance but also served as inspiration for the creation of Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend. This wine is a tribute to the powerful woman who laid the foundation for what Steenberg is today. Crafted from Catharina's favorite grape varieties, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, these grapes thrive in the granite-rich soils of the Western Cape. The production process is as careful as it is thoughtful: both grape varieties are fermented separately and pumped over to give the wine the desired strength and color. They are then blended, and the Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend is aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, contributing to its unique character.

The Taste Experience of Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend

When you taste Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend, you discover a wine with a powerful character, dominated by the Merlot grape. Far from ordinary, this wine introduces you to the finest South African wines. Upon opening a bottle of Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend, you're immediately seduced by aromas of dark fruit, cassis, ripe plums, earthy notes, and a hint of fresh basil. The palate is a harmonious dance of spicy tobacco, rich cherries, fragrant cinnamon, and a hint of tomato pesto. The palette of flavors and aromas is so extensive and layered that you're almost transported into the five lives of Catharina Ras, a true journey through time with every sip of this remarkable Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend.

Product details

Alcohol content	14.5%
Vintage	2021
Size	0.75L
Region	Western Cape
Sub-region	Constantia
Land	South Africa
Producer	Steenberg
Varietal(s)	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Oak aging	Yes, 20 months in French oak barrels
Ideal serving temperature ?	16° - 18°C