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Neil Ellis

Neil Ellis Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Neil Ellis Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Neil Ellis
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Stellenbosch

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.7

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Neil Ellis Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Neil Ellis, a renowned winemaker in South Africa. The grapes for this wine are sourced from carefully selected vineyards in the Stellenbosch appellation, known for its ideal climate and soil conditions for growing Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyards are situated on slopes with varying aspects and elevations, resulting in grapes with complex flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand sorting and barrel aging, resulting in a wine with a rich and full-bodied style. The wine boasts flavors of blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and hints of tobacco, with a long and elegant finish. Neil Ellis Cabernet Sauvignon is a must-try for any wine enthusiast looking for a premium South African Cabernet Sauvignon.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Neil Ellis Cabernet Sauvignon is an intense and complex wine with a deep ruby hue.Aromas of ripe blackberry, cassis, and dried herbs are followed by flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, and subtle notes of tobacco. The tannins are powerful and velvety, giving the wine a long, lingering finish. Enjoy this full-bodied and well-balanced wine now or cellar for up to 10 years.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

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2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Neil Ellis

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

3.7

0 Reviews