This Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant wine with a deep garnet colour. Traditional cigar box and blackcurrant flavours are complemented by complex layers of rich dark- spice smokiness that developed during months of maturation in new French Oaks Barrels.
WOTM 2018 - Rank 12019 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards - Double Gold2020 Platter's Wine Guide - 4 Stars2019 Breedekloof/Worcester - Top Red Wine of the Year Award
ageing : Harmoniously integrated tannins make it accessible now, but it is structured well enough for 5+ years maturation.
Benjamin Wilhelm Lategan ploughed the fields while living amongst the clouds. When not between the vines, Benjamin Soared with the 110 Squadron as a pilot.
Mediterranean climate with ± 980mm rainfall per year. The Estate is located in the upper slopes of the Breede River Valley at 240 - 350m above sea level. Winters are cold with snow until late in Spring. Significant temperature variation with warm days ensures good sugar development while the drop in temperature at night preserves the balance of natural acids in the grapes. Matured in 300 litre barrels to create a wine with soft tannins
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