Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch
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Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 75 cl
Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch by Eikendal Vineyards is a varietal red wine made from 100% Cabernet Franc and matured for 12 months in oak casks. The wine shows an elegant, mineral-driven style with dark fruit, spice and fine tannins. In the glass, it displays a deep ruby-red colour with violet highlights. The nose reveals dominant aromas of dark cherries and blueberries, complemented by cloves, black pepper and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, finely structured and balanced, with mineral tension, pronounced fruit and an elegant tannic framework.
Producer: Eikendal Vineyards, Stellenbosch
Eikendal Vineyards lies a few kilometres outside Stellenbosch, at the foot of the Helderberg. The estate has belonged to the Swiss Saager family since 1981 and combines South African terroir with precise, quality-focused winemaking. Its location in Stellenbosch, the influence of the nearby Atlantic Ocean and the diversity of its vineyard sites shape wines with fruit, structure and elegance. The vineyards are carefully managed, and the individual parcels are vinified separately. This allows Eikendal to bring the specific characteristics of each grape variety, site and vintage into the wines with precision. With Cabernet Franc infused by Earth, the focus is on the interplay of dark fruit, spice, fine tannins and a distinct mineral character.
Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 2018 in Detail
Aromas & Character (Bouquet & Palate)
Colour: Deep ruby red with violet highlights.
Aroma: Dominant aromas of dark cherries and blueberries, with spicy nuances of cloves and black pepper combined with a hint of vanilla.
Character: On the palate, the wine shows finesse and elegance, with fine, balanced tannins and well-integrated minerality. Its medium-bodied profile, distinctive structure and pronounced fruit aromas give the wine a strong sense of character.
Food Pairing & Occasions
Pairs well with: Lamb meatballs in tomato sauce, turkey with cranberry and roasted Camembert with rosemary.
Ideal for: Lamb dishes, poultry with fruit-based accompaniments, spicy tomato dishes, mature cheese, autumn cuisine and leisurely meals with a precise Cabernet Franc from Stellenbosch.
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FAQ
What stylistically defines Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch?
Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch is a finely structured red wine with dark cherries, blueberries, cloves, black pepper, a hint of vanilla, fine tannins and a distinct mineral character. It shows the precise and elegant side of Cabernet Franc from Stellenbosch.
How is Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch vinified?
The wine matures for 12 months in oak casks. This ageing supports structure, spice and depth without overshadowing the fruit, minerality and fine tannic structure of the Cabernet Franc.
What makes the origin of Cabernet Franc infused by Earth special?
The wine comes from a selected Cabernet Franc parcel at Eikendal. Stony, well-drained soils with koffieklip, gravel and weathered granite, together with restrained vine growth, promote concentration, freshness, fine tannins and a mineral-driven structure.
At what temperature should Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch be served?
18-20°C is ideal. At this temperature, the dark cherries, blueberries, cloves, black pepper, vanilla, fine tannins and mineral structure are expressed in balance.
How is Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 2018 drinking now?
Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 2018 is currently in a developed and harmonious drinking phase. The dark fruit, cloves, black pepper, vanilla, fine tannins and mineral structure are well integrated. With an ageing potential of 10-12+ years, the wine still has reserves for further development, but is showing very well now, particularly with dishes offering depth, spice and subtle roasted flavours.
What does Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch pair best with?
The wine pairs well with lamb meatballs in tomato sauce, turkey with cranberry and roasted Camembert with rosemary. It is also well suited to lamb, poultry, spicy tomato dishes and mature cheese.
What does Integrity & Sustainability Certified mean for this wine?
The certification indicates that the wine meets South African standards for origin, traceability and more sustainable wine production. At Eikendal, it complements the estate’s focus on careful vineyard management, a clear sense of origin and responsible production.
Discover Cabernet Franc infused by Earth
Cabernet Franc infused by Earth Wine of Origin Stellenbosch is aimed at lovers of precise, mature Cabernet Franc wines with dark fruit, spice, minerality and fine tannins. A Stellenbosch red with understated depth, good length and a clear varietal character, making it an excellent match for lamb, poultry with fruit-based accompaniments, spicy tomato dishes and mature cheese.
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