{"product_id":"mooiplaas-wine-estate-tabakland-caberent-sauvignon-75cl","title":"Mooiplaas Wine Estate Tabakland Caberent Sauvignon 2022 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMooiplaas Wine Estate Tabakland \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cabernet-sauvignon-wines\" title=\"Cabernet Sauvignon Wines\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/a\u003e is a distinguished, beautifully structured, and deeply expressive red wine produced in the historic Bottelary Hills ward of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stellenbosch-wines\" title=\"Stellenbosch Wines\"\u003eStellenbosch\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/south-african-wines\" title=\"South African Wines\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/a\u003e. Mooiplaas is celebrated as a family-owned estate dedicated to conservation, biodiversity, and terroir-driven viticulture. Sourced from elevated, rolling hillside vineyards exposed to cooling ocean breezes from False Bay, this exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon captures the rugged elegance and classic dark fruit profile of its coastal mountain origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine stands out for its impressive concentration, refined structural poise, and distinct sense of place. Grown in ancient weathered granite and decomposed shale soils, the vines produce tiny, thick-skinned berries that yield immense depth and colour. Matured patiently in French oak barriques, it delivers a sophisticated bouquet of ripe blackcurrants, dark plums, cedar wood, and pencil shavings, supported by fine-grained tannins that provide both immediate appeal and excellent cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are hand-harvested from mature vineyard blocks situated on the south-to-west-facing slopes of the Bottelary Hills during the cool morning hours. Upon arrival at the cellar, the fruit is destemmed and gently crushed into temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Fermentation takes place with regular pump-overs to extract rich colour and complex structural tannins. Following malolactic fermentation, the wine is transferred to French oak barrels (a combination of new and seasoned wood) for an eighteen-month maturation period before careful blending and bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it displays a deep, opaque ruby-red colour with a dark purple rim. The nose is complex, layered, and inviting, opening with classic aromas of ripe cassis, black cherries, and dark plums, interwoven with sophisticated notes of tobacco leaf, dried herbs, cedar wood, and subtle baking spices. On the palate, it is \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/full-bodied-red-wine\" title=\"Full Bodied Red Wine\"\u003efull-bodied\u003c\/a\u003e, structured, and harmonious, offering concentrated dark berry flavours underpinned by a vibrant beam of freshness and exceptionally fine, chalky tannins that carry into a long, savoury, and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its commanding structure, refined tannins, and classic dark fruit profile, this Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon is a magnificent centrepiece for fine dining. It pairs magnificently with prime roasted beef fillet, slow-braised beef short ribs, rack of lamb with rosemary, and roasted venison loin. It is also an extraordinary partner for wild mushroom dishes and mature hard cheeses such as Comté, aged Cheddar, or Parmigiano-Reggiano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drink Finder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55431349633367,"sku":"123159","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/Mooiplaas_Wine_Estate_Tabakland_Caberent_Sauvignon_2022_75cl.jpg?v=1792137800","url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/products\/mooiplaas-wine-estate-tabakland-caberent-sauvignon-75cl","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}