About
Protea Wines - a range consisting of our everyday drinking wines, bearing the name of South Africa’s national flower, illustrating the diversity of the range and our commitment to the viticultural area where this floral species flourishes. The Protea wines are made in the spirit of sustainability, as a contribution towards the conservation of their terroir.
Product Features
Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
- After malolactic fermentation, the wine was racked of the lees and aged on a selection of French oak staves for 12 months, to enhance the structure and balance of the wine.
- This wine displays an enticing combination of vibrant, bright red fruit and cherries with hints of vanilla and plums on the nose.
- The wine is juicy and soft, supported by firm tannins with delightful hints of cigar box and sweet almond.
- The palate finishes on an earthy and graphite note, with a perfect balance between fruit and oak.
- Enjoy with various hearty dishes such as homemade beef burgers, beef steak, or roast lamb.
- Alcohol by Volume: 14%
Shiraz 2022
- Alcoholic fermentation was completed in stainless steel tanks, ensuring the preservation of bright red fruit.
- The wine was pressed and racked off the lees after malolactic fermentation, and then aged on a selection of French oak staves for approximately 12 months.
- Beautiful, typical varietal Shiraz perfume with an enticing floral overlay.
- A combination of red and purple fruit dominates the nose with violets and hints of spice.
- The palate dances with a combination of raspberry and blackcurrant, which fades into a smoky and flinty finish.
- Soft and elegant tannins are well supported by good structure and body.
- Enjoy with various red meat dishes such as rack of lamb, beef fillet, or roast.
- Alcohol by Volume: 14.5%
Product Specifications
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