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In 2017, I had my first encounter with Glen Carlou's Gravel Quarry, and it left a lasting impression that has only grown stronger with time. Now, as I eagerly await the opportunity to savor the 2021 vintage, I know this is a wine that I want in my pantry or cellar. Discover the remarkable Gravel Quarry 2021, a wine that embodies the pinnacle of craftsmanship and terroir from Glen Carlou. This exquisite offering showcases the estate's unwavering commitment to quality and precision. Gravel Quarry captures the spirit of the vineyard, crafted from a rare, gravel-rich single vineyard where Cabernet Sauvignon vines thrive in the unique Simonsberg stones. This exceptional drainage allows for concentrated ripeness and depth of flavor.

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Celebrating an excellent vintage and the 25th anniversary of Le Riche’s legendary flagship

 The 3rd of June 2024 is a very special day for the Le Riche family – Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon specialists for 28 years – as they release the 25th vintage of their esteemed flagship Le Riche Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as three Single Vineyard Cabernet bottlings from an exceptional vintage.

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Drawing inspiration from its heritage and predominant use of dryland-influenced vineyards, wine enthusiasts of Perdeberg Cellar’s trusted classic range are in for a surprise. As of the beginning of September, the range will be on shelves sporting a more elegant look. Maintaining the presence of tradition, the upgraded range of classical wines gives the impression of elegance and quality, yet still at the affordability it has become known for.

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Unique traits of granddaughters help Gyles Webb to name new reserve range of Sutherland icon wines Anna… Emily… Lisa… Sarah: The patient, the feisty, the curious, and the playful – are the four new iconic reserve wines from Gyles Webb’s cool-climate Sutherland Vineyards in Elgin, named after his four granddaughters, with the wines a reflection of the unique character traits of each grandchild.

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Nederburg keeps on earning top local and international awards for its Cabernet Sauvignon wines – true vinous treasures, especially for wine collectors and connoisseurs. 

The most recent accolade is the rating of five stars for its 2019 The Manor House Cabernet Sauvignon in the new edition (2023) of Platter’s South African Wine Guide, regarded as the most authoritative guide to South African wine.  Five-star ratings are reserved for wines that are judged to be “superlative South African classics”, and scored 95 points or more on the 100-point rating scale.

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The Journey’s End Vineyards Precision Series represents the pinnacle of winemaking at the cellar, situated above Sir Lowry’s Pass Village in the Helderberg basin. Purchased by the Gabb family in 1996, this picturesque farm, nestled among the slopes of the famous Schapenberg Hills overlooking False Bay, has a unique microclimate and exceptional terroir.

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La Motte’s new vintage release is a classic South African Cabernet Sauvignon made from grapes grown in ultimate Cabernet Sauvignon terroir - Stellenbosch’s Helderberg area. The wine has an elegant minerality and typical varietal characteristics such as berry and plum flavours and hints of cloves, mint and cigar box. Well-considered barrel maturation and firm but accessible tannins ensure a full-bodied wine with a rich consistency and lingering finish.

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Every year on 30th August, the wine world celebrates the undisputed king of red varieties – Cabernet Sauvignon – the most widely planted red grape variety in the world. With the potential for fruit, elegance, power, complexity, consistency, acidity and aging, Cabernet Sauvignon's got it all.

There is so much to love about Cabernet Sauvignon. Look for the signature aroma of black currant, and from there, depending on the wine's age and how much time it spent in barrels, aromas and/or flavours can include gorgeous notes of plums, blackberry, black cherry, blueberry, raspberry, mint, violet, eucalyptus, anise, vanilla, clove, chocolate, coffee, liquorice, tobacco, green pepper, black pepper, spice, leather and smoke.