Cape Heritage and The Loire
Timed Online Auction, 1 - 12 August 2024
Cape Heritage - Red Wines
About the SessionThe Cape Heritage Red Wine Session features 25 lots from The Tabernacle – the famous underground cellar in Stellenbosch that houses some of South Africa’s most spectacular vinous historical treasures. All the lots from The Tabernacle have been recorked; each bottle was opened for inspection, under the protection of an argon gas blanket, and Strauss & Co fine wine specialist Higgo Jacobs along with Amorim tasted and assessed each wine. The wines were topped up with wine from the same vintage, recorked and resealed, all under the supervision of a technical team from Amorim Corks.
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About this Item
Kaapzicht is a 4th generation family-owned wine estate, located in Stellenbosch. The name Kaapzicht means ‘Cape view’ and is attributed to the beautiful views of Table Mountain and Cape Town which are seen from the farm. The Steytler family has farmed the land since 1946 and today, brothers Danie and George own the 190-hectare estate. Located on the Bottelary hill, the farm experiences a mild climate with cool sea breezes and consists of old, weathered granite soils.
A harmonious composition of Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot give texture, intensity and depth. It captures Danie Steytler Snr’s vision of producing the ultimate Cape Blend, truly expressive of Bottelary. Over time nuances and layers of flavour will unfold, rewarding those patient enough to cellar. Only released in superior vintages.
Provenance
Private Client
Critics Ratings
‘Selection of vintage’s best Pinotage, French oak matured 2 years. 2015 sleek and ripe, with core of pure blue and black fruit. Good concentration and density though still supple and pliable. Refined and elegant, with long aftertaste. First since 2012.’ – Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2019, 4.5* (92/100)
‘Danie Steytler makes this plush, new oak-aged Pinotage from a 4.8-hectare block planted in 1970. Previously produced in 2012, it’s a tribute to the quality of the 2015 harvest, with bramble and blueberry sweetness, smooth, scented wood and a sappy, refreshing finish. 2020-28.’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2018, 94/100
'The 2015 Steytler Vision is a blend of 50% Pinotage, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot, matured in small barrels for 24 months. The crisp raspberry and blackberry bouquet reveals touches of undergrowth and a light brine influence. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannins and crisp acidity, and quite firm in the mouth, leading to a fresh if slightly conservative finish.' - Neal Martin, Vinous (Aug 2018)
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