Provenance

The Distell Tabernacle - Stellenbosch

Critics Ratings

'Haunting aromatics of red and black berries, herbs, potpourri, tea leaf, earth and pencil shavings while the palate is medium bodied with fresh acidity and fine tannins. Elegant and that much better preserved than the same wine out of standard-size bottle.' - Christian Eedes, 93/100 (Apr 2022)

'Famed name in Cape reds. Medium-bodied dry red blend of Cabernet, Cinsaut and Pinotage (with latter well sublimated) from Coastal region. One of the personal favourites of Stellenbosch Farmers' Winery (SFW) chief Ronnie Melck; consequently in recent vintages being lavished with much more attention in cellar. On a quality-price basis, great value.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 1985

'Old-style Cape red aromas (large old vats), pleasantly rounded and ready to drink. Some previous vintages, eg. 1982, fuller and worth maturing for a few years. Improvement began in 1979 when the Cabernet content was upped, from mainly Cinsaut. A limited annual release in claret magnums started with the 1979, most recent magnum release was 1982.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 1989