Waterford Estate
Waterford Estate The Jem
Red wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.6
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Waterford Estate The Jem is a premium wine produced by Waterford Estate, a renowned winery located in the Stellenbosch appellation of South Africa. The Jem is a blend of five Bordeaux grape varieties, sourced from the estate's best vineyards. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, which provides ideal growing conditions for the grapes. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation in small batches and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant blend, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and tobacco. The Jem is a perfect representation of the winery's commitment to producing high-quality wines that showcase the unique terroir of Stellenbosch.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Waterford Estate The Jem is a full-bodied red blend made predominantly from Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon.It has aromas of ripe cherries, dark chocolate and spicy oak, which lead to a palate of rich, ripe fruit, sweet tannins and a long, lingering finish. The wine is well-balanced and complex, with a great depth of flavor. Enjoy this wine now or cellar it for a few more years to bring out its full potential.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2056
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
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)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Waterford Estate
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
4.6
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