Red Wines from South Africa

Diemersfontein The Prodigy Pinotage 2023

Diemersfontein The Prodigy Pinotage is a red wine from the Wellington region of South Africa. The wine is made from the unique South African Pinotage grape variety, which was created by crossing Pinot Noir and Cinsault.Diemersfontein has earned an excellent reputation for its Pinotage wines and is particularly known for its quality products. This Pinotage is young and refreshing, unlike the other wines in the Diemersfontein Pinotage and Carpe Diem Reserve range. The name "The Prodigy" is intended to express the fact that this wine radiates a special claim to youthfulness and liveliness. The Prodigy Pinotage presents aromas of dark red fruits such as black cherries and blackberries. On the palate, these are enveloped by notes of plums, strawberries and spices.Diemersfontein The Prodigy Pinotage is multi-layered and balanced and is therefore an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats, roast duck or lamb dishes.

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Diemersfontein Thokozani Cabernet Franc 2022

Der Diemersfontein Thokozani Cabernet Franc ist ein südafrikanischer Rotwein aus der Region Wellington. Diese Cabernet Franc-Variante besticht durch ihre einzigartige Persönlichkeit und komplexe Aromen. In der Nase entfaltet der Wein fast explosionsartig intensive Aromen von dunklen Beeren, wie Pflaume und Cassis mit einer zarten Kräuternote. Am Gaumen beeindruckt der Thokozani Cabernet Franc mit einem mittelkräftigen Körper und seidigen Tanninen aus einer 16 Monate langen Fassreife in gebrauchten französischen Eichenfässern. Noten von grünem Pfeffer verleihen dem Geschmackserlebnis zusätzliche Tiefe. Der anhaltend lange Nachgeschmack wird ergänzt von einem Hauch Fenchel und Lakritze.Der Thokozani Cabernet Franc von Diemersfontein ist ein vielseitiger Rotwein, der sowohl zu gegrilltem Fleisch, Wildgerichten oder kräftigem Käse passt. Er ist der ideale Begleiter für gemütliche Abende und gesellige Zusammenkünfte.

Content: 0.75 litre (€18.53 / 1 litre)

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Diemersfontein Thokozani SMV 2023

The Diemersfontein Thokozani Shiraz Mouvedre Viognier is a joint project of many employees of the Diemersfontein winery. The red wine is vinified under the leadership of the Diemersfontein wine team. Thokozani is an independent company in which the employees, who are also the shareholders, create their own capital. The wine is redolent of mocha, dark chocolate and tobacco, complemented by hints of liquorice. On the palate, the wine shows sweet aromas of black fruit, along with nuances of spices. The Shiraz Mouvedre Viognier from Thokozani is savoury, with fine, silky tannins. Its finish is accompanied by notes of butterscotch and smoked bacon.Try this intense red wine with steaks with chili sauce or wild boar with a creamy mushroom sauce.

Content: 0.75 litre (€18.00 / 1 litre)

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Dornier Donatus Red 2019

The Donier Donatus is a masterful cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, sourced exclusively from the Dornier vineyard on the sun-drenched slopes of Stellenbosch Mountain. The unique combination of red, weathered granite soil and clay-rich soils ensures that the grapes ripen slowly and evenly. The result is a profound wine of impressive concentration and fine elegance.The hand-picked grapes are carefully selected in the cellar and fermented separately. Fermentation takes place in open fermentation vats with pumping over four times a day to ensure optimum extraction while preserving the fruit aromas. After malolactic fermentation, the wine matures for 18 months in French oak barrels, a third of which are new barrels - this gives the wine a fine spiciness and complexity without masking the freshness. The harmonious blending only takes place after maturation, so that only the best components make it into the bottle.In the glass, Donier Donatus impresses with an intense black-violet color and a multi-faceted aroma of ripe blackcurrant, cassis and blackberry. Subtle notes of licorice, dark cherry and cedar wood give the wine additional depth. On the palate, Donatus is elegant and balanced, with silky tannins that provide a pleasant structure. The lively acidity keeps the wine fresh and ensures a long-lasting, multi-layered finish.This red wine goes perfectly with grilled lamb, game dishes or mature cheese. Serve the wine at 16-18 °C to enjoy its full aroma.

Content: 0.75 litre (€29.20 / 1 litre)

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Dornier Equanimity Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

The Dornier Equanimity Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the famous Stellenbosch wine region and embodies the spirit of a unique terroir with its deep structure and expressive fruit. Inspired by a retreat away from the noise of everyday life, this wine reflects tranquillity, balance and strength - qualities that make it a special experience for connoisseurs.The grapes ripened under optimal conditions, which enabled a perfect balance between ripeness and freshness. Fermentation took place in open tanks, with the mash being carefully pumped over and punched down four times a day in order to extract the maximum aromas and structure from the berries. The wine then matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, 35% of which were new, giving it a subtle, elegant woody note and additional complexity.Visually, the Dornier Equanimity Cabernet Sauvignon is an intense black cherry red. The nose is dominated by notes of cassis and black berries, accompanied by hints of cigar box, pencil shavings, subtle oak and a fresh hint of mint. On the palate, it impresses with dense, concentrated fruit aromas, elegant, well-integrated tannins and a long-lasting, balanced finish.This powerful yet elegant red wine is an excellent accompaniment to hearty beef, lamb and game dishes and develops its full potential at a drinking temperature of around 16-18 °C.

Content: 0.75 litre (€20.67 / 1 litre)

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Dornier Malbec 2023

The Dornier Malbec impressively demonstrates how expressive and full-bodied this grape variety in South Africa can be as a single varietal. With its thick-skinned berry and juicy texture, it develops intense aromas of dark berries, plums and fine violet notes, which are typical of Malbec. On the palate, it impresses with rich fruit, nuances of dark chocolate and a balanced tannin structure that leads to a long, harmonious finish.The grapes come from the Groenkloof farm on Stellenbosch Mountain, the highest vineyard on Dornier. The decomposed granite soils give the wine structure and elegance. The yield is deliberately kept low so that each berry can develop its full aroma - a real favorite not only for wine lovers, but also for the baboons that live there.Fermentation takes place in open stainless steel tanks with regular pumpovers. After alcoholic fermentation, the red wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for 24 months in French oak barrels. The result is a complex, full-bodied red wine with a fine balance between fruit and structure.Dornier Malbec is the ideal accompaniment to grilled meat such as beef or lamb, but also goes well with exotic dishes such as Thai roast or Cajun chicken and with vegetarian or meat empanadas, and it develops its full flavor best at a drinking temperature of 16 - 18 °C.

Content: 0.75 litre (€19.87 / 1 litre)

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Dornier Moordenaarskloof Tinta Barocca 2021

The Moordenaarskloof Tinta Barocca is a full-bodied and complex red wine that impressively reflects the special characteristics of the old Tinta Barocca vines from Swartland. This grape variety, originally from Portugal's Douro Valley, was the first Portuguese variety to be planted in South Africa and has established itself here thanks to its potential for strong, colorful and elegantly structured wines. The wine comes from dry-farmed bush vines on the slopes of the Paardeberg, which grow on weathered granite soil with a proportion of coffee stone. The natural conditions ensure a very low yield and concentrated, colorful grapes with a pronounced aroma.The grapes are harvested by hand in the cool morning hours to preserve the freshness and quality of the berries. After destemming, the must ferments in temperature-controlled, open fermentation tanks, where it is gently punched down four times a day. Malolactic fermentation then takes place in wooden barrels, followed by a 17-month maturation period in the barrel, which gives the wine its fine structure and complexity. This careful processing ensures velvety tannins and a harmonious combination of fruit and spice.In the glass, the Moordenaarskloof Tinta Barocca reveals intense aromas of raspberries, mulberries and aromatic spices. On the palate, the wine is concentrated and rich, with a balanced, structured texture. The ripe, creamy tannins complement the fruit perfectly and ensure a long, elegant finish. This wine embodies the terroir of the Swartland and the special quality of old bush vines in an impressive way.This red wine harmonizes perfectly with hearty dishes such as grilled lamb, roast beef or game. It is also an excellent accompaniment to spicy stews and mature hard cheeses. Serve the Moordenaarskloof Tinta Barocca at a drinking temperature of around 16 to 18 degrees Celsius to allow its aromas to develop to their full potential.

Content: 0.75 litre (€23.33 / 1 litre)

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Dornier Pinotage 2023

The Dornier Pinotage comes from the famous Swartland, a wine region about 50 kilometers north of Dornier, which is known for its unique terroirs and strong wines. The vines grow on natural bush vineyards in a soil mix of sand and coffee stone. These dry conditions without irrigation result in small grapes with intensely concentrated aromas and make for particularly characterful wines.This Pinotage is a deep garnet red in the glass. Intense, persistent aromas of cherries and red berries unfold on the nose, finely complemented by notes of Turkish honey and rose water. On the palate, the red wine impresses with powerful concentration and an exciting combination of aromas of plum, bitter cherry, strawberry jam and black pepper. The taste experience is rounded off by subtle, spicy wood notes from the ageing in French oak.The grapes are harvested by hand for vinification. Some of the grapes are not destemmed in order to obtain additional structure. Fermentation takes place in open stainless steel tanks with pumping over four times a day to extract the fruit and tannins optimally. The Pinotage is pressed before complete drying and fermentation is completed in barrel. Malolactic fermentation also takes place in the barrel. The wine then matures for 18 months in French oak barrels, 10% of which are new wood, which further increases the complexity and depth of the wine.Dornier Pinotage is an excellent accompaniment to roasts and game dishes. Spicy dishes such as curries and the South African national dish bobotie also harmonize perfectly with this wine.

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Dornier Siren Syrah 2019

The Dornier Sirene Syrah is a red wine full of character from the Stellenbosch wine region in South Africa. It combines the special terroir conditions of the Simonsberg with traditional craftsmanship to create an elegant yet powerful wine that delights Syrah lovers with its intense fruit and complex aromas.The vines for this wine thrive on the slopes of the Simonsberg on deep red soils. The north-eastern exposure and proximity to the mountain ensure that the first rays of sunshine reach the vineyard later in the morning, while cool south-easterly winds in the summer months keep the vines healthy. This combination of climate and soil creates ideal conditions for slow, even ripening of the grapes.The grapes are fermented in open stainless steel tanks, with pumping over twice a day to ensure optimal extraction of fruit aromas and tannins. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation before maturing for 15 months in second and third passage French oak barrels. This gentle ageing process preserves the fine fruit aromas and gives the wine its elegant structure.In the glass, the Dornier Sirene Syrah has a deep, dark red color and an intense bouquet of ripe dark berries, accompanied by spicy notes and a hint of violets. On the palate, it impresses with a harmonious balance of velvety tannins, concentrated fruit and a long, elegant finish.This Syrah is an excellent accompaniment to spicy grilled meat, lamb dishes and game as well as hearty stews.

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Drostdy-Hof Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Der Drostdy-Hof Cabernet Sauvignon hat eine wunderbar rubinrote Farbe. Die Nase verwöhnen Maulbeer-Aromen mit einem Hauch von Pfeffer und Nelke. Am Gaumen ist der Rotwein kraftvoll, mit harmonischen und weichen Tanninen. Der Körper zeigt Aromen von roten Beeren und dunkler Schokolade. Ergänzt durch Kräuteraromen und einer dezenten Holznote. Im Abgang rund und saftig. Genießen Sie diesen südafrikanischen Cabernet Sauvignon zu saftig rotem Fleisch, Steak oder Carpaccio.

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Drostdy-Hof Cape Red Shiraz Merlot 2024

Der Drostdy-Hof Shiraz Merlot ist ein geschmeidiger und fruchtiger Wein. Im Glas ein leicht schimmerndes Dunkelrot und in der Nase leichte Zimt und sonstige Gewürznoten. Am Gaumen ist der Wein weich und ausgeglichen mit reifen Tanninen. Die Zunge umschmeicheln Aromen von Süßkirschen, Erdbeeren und Schwarzen Johannisbeeren.

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Eikehof Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Ruby red and full of character, the Eikehof Cabernet Sauvignon is a red wine that bears the signature of the traditional Eikehof Wine Estate. The family-run wine estate is idyllically situated in the shade of old oak trees to the west of Franschhoek and has been run by the Malherbe family since 1903. Today, Francois Malherbe is the fourth generation to carry on his great-grandfather's wine-growing legacy.In the glass, this medium to full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon develops intense aromas of red and black berries, complemented by subtle spicy nuances. The three months of ageing in French oak give the wine an elegant woody note that harmoniously supports the natural fruitiness. On the palate, it is balanced, smooth and has a lingering, charming finish.Serve the Eikehof Cabernet Sauvignon at 16-18 °C with grilled or braised meat, hearty stews, mature cheese or simply as a stylish accompaniment to an enjoyable evening.

Content: 0.75 litre (€22.20 / 1 litre)

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