Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch
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Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 75 cl
Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch by Eikendal Vineyards is a red wine blend composed of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The individual components of the blend are vinified and matured separately. After 18 months of ageing in barriques, they are blended and returned to barrique for further maturation. The result is a powerful, well-structured Stellenbosch red with dark fruit, fine tannins and a long, persistent finish. In the glass, it displays an attractive deep red colour. The nose reveals an appealing bouquet of berries, chocolate and toasted oak. On the palate, it is powerful, structured and balanced, with fine tannins and a clear, lingering finish.
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. In blends such as Classique, the focus is particularly on achieving balance between fruit, structure, tannins and barrique ageing.
Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 2021 in Detail
Aromas & Character (Bouquet & Palate)
Colour: Attractive deep red.
Aroma: Appealing bouquet of berries, chocolate and toasted oak.
Character: Powerful and well structured, with fine tannins and a long, persistent finish.
Food Pairing & Occasions
Pairs well with: Saddle of lamb, Chateaubriand and duck.
Ideal for: Rich meat dishes, beef, lamb, duck dishes, hearty braised dishes, mature cheese and leisurely meals with a structured Stellenbosch red wine.
Further Recommendations & Categories
Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch is available in two bottle sizes:
FAQ
What stylistically defines Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch?
Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch is a powerful, well-structured red wine blend with berry fruit, chocolate, toasted oak, fine tannins and a long, persistent finish.
How is Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch vinified?
The individual components of the blend are vinified and matured separately. After 18 months of ageing in barriques, they are blended and returned to barrique for further maturation. This creates a harmonious integration of fruit, structure, tannins and oak influence.
What role do the grape varieties play in Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch?
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot complement one another in this blend. Merlot contributes roundness and fruit, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc bring structure, spice and tannins, while Petit Verdot can add further depth and colour.
At what temperature should Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch be served?
16-18°C is ideal. At this temperature, the berry fruit, chocolate, toasted oak, fine tannins and powerful structure are expressed in balance.
How is Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 2021 drinking now?
Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch 2021 is currently in a structured phase that is becoming increasingly harmonious. The fruit, tannins, chocolate notes and oak influence are already well integrated, while its ageing potential of 12+ years suggests further development ahead. It can be enjoyed now and should continue to gain harmony with proper cellaring.
What does Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch pair best with?
The wine pairs well with saddle of lamb, Chateaubriand and duck. It is also well suited to beef, lamb, braised dishes, rich meat dishes and mature cheese.
What makes Stellenbosch particularly well suited to this blend?
Stellenbosch is one of South Africa’s most important wine regions. The combination of warmth, cooling influences, diverse vineyard sites and favourable ripening conditions supports red wines with fruit, structure, tannins and length.
What is the significance of barrique ageing for Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch?
Barrique ageing supports the structure of the blend and complements the berry fruit with notes of chocolate and toasted oak. By vinifying the individual grape varieties separately and blending them later, each component can be brought into precise balance.
Discover Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch
Classique Wine of Origin Stellenbosch by Eikendal Vineyards is a South African red wine blend for lovers of structured wines with berry fruit, fine tannins and carefully judged barrique ageing. An excellent companion to saddle of lamb, Chateaubriand, duck, rich meat dishes and mature cheese.
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