Windmeul Cabernet Sauvignon 2024

A beautifully balanced Cabernet Sauvignon showcasing rich dark fruit flavours and classic varietal character. Notes of black cherries and ripe berries are complemented by subtle hints of tobacco, liquorice, aniseed, cassis, bouquet garni, camphor, and bitter cocoa, creating a complex and inviting wine.

This medium-bodied red offers soft tannins, a smooth, well-rounded palate, and an earthy elegance. The dry finish lingers pleasantly with herbaceous undertones, making it a versatile companion to a variety of hearty dishes.

Perfect for enjoying now, this Cabernet Sauvignon pairs exceptionally well with rosemary roast lamb, hard cheeses, lamb meatballs with tzatziki, and freshly baked roosterkoek. Its tannins and acidity beautifully complement rich meats, while the wine’s herbal notes enhance savoury flavours.

Tasting Notes

• Rich black cherry and berry flavours
• Hints of tobacco, liquorice, aniseed, and cassis
• Subtle notes of bouquet garni, camphor, and cocoa
• Medium-bodied with soft tannins
• Dry, smooth finish with lingering herbaceous character

Wine Information

• Style: Dry
• Cultivar: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: Coastal Region, South Africa
• Soil Type: Shale
• Vine Age: 14–18 years
• Yield: 6–7 tons per hectare
• Harvest: Hand harvested in the early morning at 25°B
• Vinification: Fermented in stainless steel tanks at 26°C
• Maturation: 12 months in second and third-fill French oak barrels
• Maturation Potential: 2–3 years

Analysis

• Alcohol: 13.77%
• Residual Sugar: 2.6 g/L
• Total Acidity: 5.6 g/L

Food Pairing

Ideal with:

• Rosemary roast lamb
• Lamb meatballs with tzatziki
• Hard and mature cheeses
• Grilled red meats
• Traditional South African braai dishes