Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | — / 750ml | ≈ $21.91Original ZAR 360.00≈ €19.49 · £16.47 | benguelacove.co.za ↗ |
No 2023 RRP recorded; showing Unspecified vintage RRP.
Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
pH 3.64
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Cabernet Sauvignon42%
Malbec31%
Merlot9.5%
Cabernet Franc9.5%
Petit Verdot8%
Drinking Window 8 years from vintage
Region Walker Bay
Soil Weathered shale, Iron laterites, High calcium content
Orientation Southeast, Southwest
Estate Grown Yes
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Oak Types French oak
Serving Temperature 14-16°C · 57-61°F
Production Details Hand-picked bunches were berry sorted. Varietals and vineyard blocks were vinified and matured separately, with only the best components selected for the final blend. Maturation: 18 months in oak. Production: 41 barrels. This five-variety Bordeaux-style blend went through a seven-stage selection process.
Tasting Notes
Nose: violets, cherry, raspberry, fynbos, cigar leaves, pencil shavings, dried herbs
Palate: well knitted tannins, vivacious fruits
Food Pairing smoked meats, osso bucco, duck fat roasted vegetables, chocolate fondant
Producer Information
Website
Address
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate, R44, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
Phone
+27 87 357 0637
Email
Owner
Penny Streeter OBE
Cellarmaster
Johann Fourie