Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

This bold and structured Cabernet Sauvignon pairs excellently with rich meat dishes such as lamb, sirloin steak, and beef tagine. It also complements Mediterranean-inspired dishes like moussaka and grilled meats​.

Situated at the tip of the African continent at the Cape of Good Hope in the renowned Stellenbosch district Vergelegen is nestled between the Helderberg and Hottentots Holland mountains with views of Cape Town Table Mountain and False Bay. This fertile valley protected by granite cliffs enjoys a mild climate of long warm days that bring the fruit to full ripeness and cooling afternoon ocean breezes that lengthen the growing season intensifying the depth of fruit flavor in grapes. Favored with 21 soil types Vergelegen is rich ground for cultivating the breadth of noble varietals and clones essential for crafting the estates brilliant world-class wines. The estate has a rich and storied cultural history dating back to 1700. The philosophy at Vergelegen is simple: “To strive to produce the best possible wines by careful decision-making that maximizes the synergy between vineyard and winery.”ed at the tip of the African continent at the Cape of Good Hope in the renowned Stellenbosch district Vergelegen is nestled between the Helderberg and Hottentots Holland mountains with views of Cape Town Table Mountain and False Bay. This fertile valley protected by granite cliffs enjoys a mild climate of long warm days that bring the fruit to full ripeness and cooling afternoon ocean breezes that lengthen the growing season intensifying the depth of fruit flavor in grapes. Favored with 21 soil types Vergelegen is rich ground for cultivating the breadth of noble varietals and clones essential for crafting the estates brilliant world-class wines.

This wine hails from Vergelegen Estate in Stellenbosch, one of South Africa's premier wine regions. The vines are rooted in deep red soils, which contribute to the wine's richness and concentration. The 2017 growing season was exceptional, resulting in an optimal harvest for Cabernet Sauvignon​.

The wine was aged for 16 months in 40% new French oak barrels. This oak influence is well-integrated, adding subtle hints of vanilla and spice without overpowering the fruit​.

For the 2017 vintage, Vergelegen's winemaking team employed careful handling to preserve the grape's integrity. The wine underwent fermentation in stainless steel tanks to maintain purity of fruit before being transferred to barrels for maturation​.