2016 Lourens River Valley Red, Morgenster*

GRAPE VARIETIES:

55% Merlot

40% Cabernet Sauvignon

5% Cabernet Franc

SKU:

XXX

PRODUCER:

Morgenster

REGION:

Western Cape / South Africa

ALCOHOL CONTENT:

14.50%

FOOD MATCHING NOTE:

This blend is typically South African: friendly, inviting and accessible. Given the nature of South Africans, they like anything over a fire. So my ideal would be to pair it with roasted lamb cutlets and greens, or a lemon and herb chicken with mielie pap and smoor.

TASTING NOTE:

Opaque centre with lighter brick red edges, young and vibrant red.Starts out more herbaceous with lavender and thyme in the lead. Cabernet franc much more predominant with some whiffs of coffee. Then comes the cassis, raspberry and perfumey rose petals. Elegant and accessible entry, fullness is a given. A seamlessly put together palate. Beautiful balance of fruit, wood and acidity. 

*Available only on request