
Warwick Three Cape Ladies
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Warwick Three Cape Ladies is a true Cape Blend. Cape Blend means the wine is a blend of various French grapes and the true South African Pinotage grape. A blend from the Cape. The name of this red wine comes from the original blend. At the time, the wine consisted of two different grapes: the well-known Bordeaux gra...
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Aromas & flavours
Blackberries
Blueberries
Dark berries
Cedarwood
Vanilla
Cinnamon
Coffee
Cocoa
Olives
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Flavour profile
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
Tannins
- Complexity
- Moderately complex
Aromas & flavours
Grape & vineyard
Winemaking & ageing
Bottle ageing
From vineyard to bottle
The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.
Warwick Three Cape Ladies is a true Cape Blend. Cape Blend means the wine is a blend of various French grapes and the true South African Pinotage grape. A blend from the Cape. The name of this red wine comes from the original blend. At the time, the wine consisted of two different grapes: the well-known Bordeaux grapes Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, along with the South African Pinotage. Unfortunately, the wine lacked some strength, so the Warwick winemakers decided to add a small amount of Syrah. This addition made this Cape Blend perfect.
These four different grape varieties are all harvested and pressed by hand after rigorous selection. Due to the different grape varieties and the growing regions, the grapes are not harvested at the same time. Only after vinification of all the grapes is complete is the actual blend created. Once the blend is assembled, it's time for the wine to mature in peace. This aging takes place in French oak barrels for two years. 30% of these French oak barrels are new oak for a touch more strength. The result is a wine full of perfection and harmony!
The color is deep dark red with a black core. The nose reveals familiar Bordeaux aromas combined with a delightful fruity hint. The aromas of black fruit, such as blackberries and blueberries, are accompanied by hints of olive, cedar, vanilla, and a touch of cinnamon. The palate is very elegant and feminine. The tannin content is low, giving it a silky smoothness. The nuances of black fruit are prominent, along with notes of spice, coffee, and cocoa. A pleasant hint of vanilla lingers on the palate. The finish is long, soft, and sultry.
Vintage 2021
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The wine’s characteristics, origin and practical details.
The wine
Red · Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon · 2021
- Wine type
- Red
- Varietal(s)
- Merlot , Syrah , Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage
- 2021
- Size
- 0.75 L
- Alcohol content
- 14.0%
- Closure
- -
Origin & winery
South Africa · Stellenbosch
- Producer
- Warwick Wine Estate
- Winery websiteWebsite
- www.warwickwine.com (opens in a new tab)
- Country
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South Africa
- Region
- Stellenbosch
- Area
- Stellenbosch
- Appellation
- -
Origin: Stellenbosch
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Terroir & maturation
2 years in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new oak.
- Soil
- -
- Maturation
- 2 years in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new oak.
- Oak aged
- Yes
- Single grape variety
- -
- Sparkling
- No
- Malolactic conversion
- Yes
- Taste style
- Smooth Red
Serving & cellaring
Beef,
Lamb,
Barbecue meat,
Hard cheeses
- Ideal serving temperature
- 16° - 18°C
- Drinking Window
- 2023–2030
- Food Pairing
- Beef,
Lamb,
Barbecue meat,
Hard cheeses
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