Flavour Profile

Lanzerac

Lanzerac Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Lanzerac Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Lanzerac
Price: 32 USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Stellenbosch

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

4.0

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Lanzerac Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium red wine produced by Lanzerac Wine Estate, a renowned winery located in the Stellenbosch appellation of South Africa. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Jonkershoek Valley, where the grapes benefit from the cool maritime breezes and the rich soils. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a full-bodied and complex Cabernet Sauvignon, with rich flavors of blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and tobacco. Lanzerac Cabernet Sauvignon is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the elegance and sophistication of a premium South African wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Lanzerac Cabernet Sauvignon is a harmonious blend of intense black fruit aromas, with hints of dark chocolate and tobacco.On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with a velvety texture and a long, lingering finish. Its savoury tannins provide balance and complexity, making it a delicious choice for any occasion.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Cabernet Sauvignon

Petit Verdot

ORIGINS

Winery: Lanzerac

Region: Stellenbosch

Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim. Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.0

0 Reviews