Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Cabernet Sauvignon50%
Merlot30%
Cabernet Franc10%
Malbec6%
Petit Verdot4%
Drinking Window 2021-2031+
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Decomposed granite
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Cask
Oak Aging 22 months
Oak Details 100% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak100%
Second Fill Oak100%
Oak Types French Oak
Serving Temperature 16-18°C · 61-64°F
Production Details 22 months in French oak — Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in 100% new French oak, remaining varieties in second-fill. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and 5,000L truncated open-top casks. 4-day cold soak pre-fermentation. Cabernet Sauvignon underwent 2-week post-fermentation maceration. South-facing slopes, 7km from the sea.
Tasting Notes
Nose: cassis, fruitcake, cinnamon spice, dark chocolate
Palate: dark berries, creamy texture, soft tannins, long finish
Food Pairing braised lamb shank, beef shin with mushrooms, venison, hearty stews, grilled steak, grilled portobello mushrooms
Critics Ratings John Platter: 4.5 stars 2025
John Platter4.5 stars 2025
Tim Atkin93 2025
John Platter4.5 stars 2024
WineMag Prescient Cape Bordeaux Blend94 Top 10 2023
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
Website
Address
Sir Lowry's Pass Road, Somerset West 7130, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 200 2698
Email
Owner
Gabb family (Roger Gabb, Chairman; Rollo Gabb, MD)
Cellarmaster
Kaylin Willscott (Assistant Winemaker)