Bordeaux Blend
The Bordeaux wine region is intimately connected with Cabernet Sauvignon, even though wine is rarely made without the blended component of other grape varieties. It is the likely "birthplace" of the vine, and producers across the globe have invested heavily in trying to reproduce the structure and complexity of Bordeaux wines.
While the "Bordeaux blend" of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet franc and Merlot created the earliest examples of acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon wine, Cabernet Sauvignon was first blended in Bordeaux with Syrah, a pairing that is widely seen in Australia and some vin de pays wines from the Languedoc.
The decision to first start blending Cabernet Sauvignon was partly derived from financial necessity. The sometime temperamental and unpredictable climate of Bordeaux during the "Little Ice Age" did not guarantee a successful harvest every year; producers had to insure themselves against the risk of losing an entire vintage by planting a variety of grapes. Over time it was discovered that the unique characteristics of each grape variety can complement each other and enhance the overall quality of wine.
As a base, or backbone of the wine, Cabernet Sauvignon added structure, acidity, tannins and aging potential. By itself, particularly when harvested at less than ideal ripeness, its can lack a sense of fruit or "fleshiness" on the palate which can be compensated from by adding the rounder flavors of Merlot. Cabernet franc can add additional aromas to the bouquet as well as more fruitiness. In the lighter soils of the Margaux region, Cabernet-based wines can lack color, which can be achieved by blending in Petit Verdot. Malbec can add additional fruit and floral aromas.
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La Motte Millenium
Regular Price: A$34.95
Our Price A$29.95
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The nose of this wine tells the story of how it was made. Raspberry (Merlot), as light herbaciousness (Cabernet Franc) and English toffee (oak) combine in a harmonious way. Malbec and Petit Verdot provide colour and spice. The palate is juicy and rich and leaves a lingering dry, fresh finish. Learn More -
La Motte Millenium (Case of 6)
Regular Price: A$184.95
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The nose of this wine tells the story of how it was made. Raspberry (Merlot), as light herbaciousness (Cabernet Franc) and English toffee (oak) combine in a harmonious way. Malbec and Petit Verdot provide colour and spice. The palate is juicy and rich and leaves a lingering dry, fresh finish. Learn More -
De Toren Fusion Z
Regular Price: A$139.00
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Colour: Rich, dense, almost purple, plum colour.
Nose: Vibrant aromas of black and red cherries layered with hints of vanilla, “herb de Provence”, and clove spice entice the senses. These dovetail into lovely nuances of creamy red fruit, supported by a gentle minerality.Tasting notes: Flavours of blueberries, blackcurrant, and red cherries evolve into a dense, rich finish, perfectly balanced by a clean acidity. The wine boasts fine, creamy, mouth coating tannins which contribute to a long, sophisticated finish.
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Hermanuspietersfontein Die Arnoldus
Regular Price: A$67.95
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Plum, spicy, black olive, cashew with ruby, garnet colour. Rich body that exhibits rounded tannins. Die Arnoldus has solid length, pure intensity, rich consistency with a seamless structure. This wine has a persistent finish, a flowing balance and the overall impressionis that it is a perfectly integrated wine.
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Hermanuspietersfontein Die Arnoldus (Case of 6)
Regular Price: A$377.95
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There is always someone in the family imposing his personality on the others – with good reason as he is usually unswerving and knows exactly what he wants from life. That’s Arnoldus – a man with gravitas. Die Arnoldus, Hermanuspietersfontein’s flagship red is a fully fledged Bordeaux-style blend.
Characteristics: Plum, spicy, black olive, cashew with ruby, garnet colour. Rich body that xhibits rounded tannins. Die Arnoldus has solid length, pure intensity, rich consitency with a seamless structure. This wine has a persistent finish, a flowing balance and the overall impressionis that it is a perfectly integrated wine.
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Hermanuspieterfontein Klein Boet
Regular Price: A$37.95
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An excellent example of a premium Bordeaux-style blend. This wine is a brick red to purple colour and shows flavouris of blackcurrant, black olives, lavender, and cashew. It has a medium body, rounded tannins, generous length, and a dry finish.
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Hermanuspieterfontein Klein Boet (Case of 6)
Regular Price: A$205.95
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Tasting Notes:
A 'little brother' may live in the shadow of his older brother, but he is every bit a person in his own right. Pert and precocious, not allowing himself to be dominated, he can be impudent and mischievous – but is everyone’s favorite. An excellent example of a premium Bordeaux-style blend
Characteristics: blackcurrant, black olives, lavender, cashew
Colour: brick red to purple
Body: medium
Tannins: rounded
Length: generous
Intensity: distinct
Consistency: supple
Structure: round
Finish: dry
Balance: harmonious
Overall Impression: Distinctly the "little brother" of Die Arnoldus Ageing Potential
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Kanonkop Paul Sauer (single bottle)
Regular Price: A$74.95
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Full bodied, deep ruby red colour. An elegant classic style wine with blackcurrant, red berry and cassis flavours. Learn More -
Rupert & Rothschild Classique (single bottle)
Regular Price: A$65.55
Our Price A$59.25
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Inviting cranberry and raspberry aromas with an earthy, mineral focus and a lingering cinnamon and walnut finish. Decanting recommended. Learn More -
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