Wellington WinesLa Cave Mixed Case

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• We are unable to source this product for a price that would allow us to offer our usual savings so we are running it at a comparative retail price.

About

The Wellington wine region in South Africa is home to 80% of the vine nurseries that supply the South African wine industry with grafted, phylloxera-resistant rootstock. Our very own tagline, ‘Wellington Wines – where wines are born’ celebrates the very soil that grow and nurture the industry’s and our own vines. Combining the knowledge and passion over the years, Wellington Wines truly became a wine producer of outstanding characteristics, implementing innovative methods to ensure our region is experienced with every sip.Today we continue to build on the legacy and vision of our founders in creating wines of excellence. Our 56 member farmers across Wellington and neighbouring areas of the Swartland, Riebeek, Hermon and Paarl areas, work closely with our winemakers and viticulturists to ensure only the best grapes are grown and hand-selected for their outstanding quality.

Product Features

2 x La Cave Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

• Full malolactic fermentation was allowed in new French barrels after which the wine was racked to the same barrels and matured for 18 months.
• Concentrated red fruits and tomato cocktail aromas, with subtle scents of graphite. 
• The tannins are beautifully integrated, and the palate is soft and silky, with plush red fruit flavours and some tertiary notes due to the wine’s age. 
• Vibrant flavours of blackcurrants and spice on the long, dry finish.
• Enjoy with roast beef.
• Alcohol by Volume: 14.5%

2 x La Cave Chenin Blanc 2021

• Awards: SA Wine Index Grand Gold, 4 Star Platter, Double Gold Veritas
• Medium gold hue, with charming aromas of yellow apples, saffron, baked custard, quince and vanilla on the nose. 
• There is a fleshy texture on the mid-palate with a rounded mouthfeel, and the oak is in perfect balance with the sleek acidity.
• Intense flavours of peaches and ripe citrus, while the finish has a pithy edge and lengthy notes of dried apricots. 
• This wine is beautifully poised and has the depth, structure and fruit purity to facilitate further ageing.
• Enjoy with rich & creamy poultry dishes, cream-based pasta, spicy Asian cuisine, or even crispy pork belly.
• Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%

1 x La Cave Pinotage 2020

• Awards: Top 20 in the ABSA Top 10 Pinotage, 4.5 Star Platter, 90 Points International Wine & Spirits Competition, Double Gold Veritas, General Smuts Trophy South African Young Wine Show.
• Full malolactic fermentation was allowed in new French barrels after which the wine was racked to the same barrels and aged and matured for 18 months.
• Soft blueberry and cherry notes are supported by hints of spice and vanilla pod showing an excellent balance between oak and fruit. 
• On the palate, the wine is rounded and velvety and shows finesse. 
• The spicy vanilla and oaky notes follow through on the palate, giving weight to the flavour profile which is refined by raspberry and plum notes.
• Enjoy with lamb.
• Alcohol by Volume: 14.5%

1 x La Cave Shiraz 2019

• Awards: 4 Star Platter, Silver Outstanding Veritas.
• After malolactic fermentation, the wine was racked into French oak barrels, and aged for roughly 18 months.
• Rich bramble aromas support hints of black peppercorns, cumin, and nutmeg on the nose of this deep purple wine. 
• Crushed coriander and wood spice make for a fragrant and flavoursome palate.
• The wine is full-bodied with bold tannins and fleshy, lingering dark fruit flavours.
• Enjoy with spicy lamb dishes.
• Alcohol by Volume: 14.5%

Product Specifications

• Region: Wellington

For more information visit Wellington Wines